Social Classes of the Industrial Age
Social Structure in the Industrial Era
In the industrial era, society saw the consolidation of the petty bourgeoisie and the emergence of a working class. However, the peasants remained the largest group.
The Spreading of the Middle Classes
In the late 19th century, the economic and social development of most industrialized countries led to the appearance of a large middle class or petite bourgeoisie. Their economic and educational levels were higher than those of the lower classes, but lower than
Read MoreUnderstanding Agrarian Activities and Their Impact
Agrarian Activities: These are activities that involve the production of animal or plant materials. They are classified into agriculture, livestock, and forestry.
Factors of Production: These are elements that facilitate the development of agricultural activities. There are two main groups:
- Physical Factors: Relief, ground, and climate.
- Human Factors: Technological and economic advances, population.
Production Systems: Agrarian activities use a range of crop, livestock, and forestry production systems.
Read MoreSpain’s Water and Energy Resources
Watersheds Defined
A watershed is a land area and its water aquifers that provide water to the same river course.
Watershed Perspectives
Different perspectives exist, such as Galician and Cantabrian, Atlantic, and Mediterranean.
Water Use: Agriculture & Livestock
Water increases productivity and improves the living standards of farmers. However, water can be contaminated by fertilizers, pesticides, and manure.
Water Use: Urban & Industrial
The provision of water for domestic use is a priority and
Read MoreBelgium’s Industrial Revolution: Key Factors
Belgium was the first continental European region to fully adopt the model of British industrialization. Despite frequent political changes, Belgium showed a remarkable degree of continuity in its economic development model.
Several factors contributed to this early industrialization:
- Firstly, the region had a long industrial tradition.
- Secondly, Belgium had natural resources similar to those of Britain. Its coal deposits were readily accessible, and even after 1850, its production was greater than
Population Geography of Spain: Sources and Distribution
Demographic Sources in Population Geography
Population Geography studies the relationships between population and space. It relies on various sources:
Key Demographic Sources
Census: An individualized count of a country’s population at a specific time. It collects demographic, economic, and social data (total population de facto and de jure, gender, age, marital status, etc.). The census has been conducted every 10 years since 1981 (in years ending in 1).
Municipal Register (Padrón Municipal): A register
16th Century Society, Economy, and Demographics
16th Century Society and Economy
16th Century Demographics
Positive aspects: Abundant demographic sources were available, used by the state for purposes such as identifying taxpayers, controlling local resources, or managing the army and population.
Organizational precision: Church parish censuses were considered more reliable for smaller areas.
Census Data and Challenges
Several complete censuses were conducted in 16th-century Spain (1528-30, 1591). France and England also had censuses, for example:
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