Revolutions

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    Industrial Revolution

    It was the transition to new manufacturing processes and developments in mass production. It was successful, because it brought a lot of new technology and advancements.
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    The American Revolution

    It was caused by the taxation and control of Great Britain over the colonies in America. The colonists were fed up so they revolted and broke away to become the United States of America. It was a success.
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    French Revolution

    This is when the people didn't like their King or government, so they killed their King and people took control of the government. In the end, it only stunted the growth of their economy. It was a failure.
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    Haitian Revolution

    The slaves broke free and fought for freedom against French colonial rule. Because of this, political stability and prosperity were hard to find. It was successful.
  • Revolutions of 1848

    These were a series of republican revolts against European monarchies. It began in Sicily and spread through France, Germany, Italy, and the Austrian Empire. They were all failures.
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    Xinhai Revolution

    This was a revolution that overthrew China's last imperial dynasty, and established the Republic of China. It was caused by groups coming together to combat the Qing rule, and they formed the Revolutionary Alliance. It was successful.
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    Russian Revolution

    The working class revolted against the government of Tsar Nicholas II. They were communist and were led by Vladimir Lenin and created the country of the Soviet Union. Because of this, the country became a communist country, leaving the people with no say, but it was successful, the revolters got what they wanted.
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    Chinese Communist Revolution

    This was led by the Communist Party of China and Chairman Mao Zedong. What happened was the communist took over the government. It resulted in the People's Republic of China, and it was also the second part of the Chinese Civil War. It was success.
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    Cuban Revolution

    The Cuban Revolution was caused by Fidel Castro and his wants to rule Cuba. He and his "army" overthrew Fulgencio Batista's government. It was a success because Batista was left the country and the rebels won.
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    Iranian Revolution

    Its cause was the leader was violating the Iranian constitution and kept secrets. It resulted in the toppling of the monarchy and led to the establishment of an Islamic republic. It was a success.