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_________ is considered to be the "Father of British Socialism".
_________ is considered to be the "Father of British Socialism".
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The correct option is A Robert Owen
Socialism is an ideology that developed as a consequence of the Industrial Revolution. Efficient machine production led to quick profits, which in turn, led to the exploitation of workers. Advocates of socialism spoke about saving the working class from this exploitation; some, like Robert Owen, even attempted to help such people on their own. In his cotton mill in New Lanark, he promoted communal living for poor people and workers. Robert Owen is considered to be the "Father of British Socialism."
Karl Marx was a more aggressive communist. His ideology is known today as marxism.
James Watt and George Stephenson were known for the manufacturing of the steam engine and the first locomotive, respectively.
Socialism is an ideology that developed as a consequence of the Industrial Revolution. Efficient machine production led to quick profits, which in turn, led to the exploitation of workers. Advocates of socialism spoke about saving the working class from this exploitation; some, like Robert Owen, even attempted to help such people on their own. In his cotton mill in New Lanark, he promoted communal living for poor people and workers. Robert Owen is considered to be the "Father of British Socialism."
Karl Marx was a more aggressive communist. His ideology is known today as marxism.
James Watt and George Stephenson were known for the manufacturing of the steam engine and the first locomotive, respectively.
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