Change Quote by David Christian
““It was possible to borrow British technology, and increasingly governments began to promote development. By the end of the nineteenth century, governments and large banks were actively managing industrial change.””
About This Quote
By the late 19th century, governments and banks actively steered industrial progress, often borrowing foreign technology to accelerate development.
In simple terms: State‑led industrial management
Key Takeaway
Governments shape industrial change
Themes
industrialization
government policy
technology transfer
economics
Mood
informative
objective
Type
statement
historical insight
When to use this quote
- historical research
- policy design
- economic forecasting
Key Concepts
economic history
technology diffusion
Practical Applications
- educational curricula
- strategic planning
Questions to Reflect On
- How did state involvement reshape economies?
- What are modern parallels?
