Capitalism

Unit 5 & 6

Of the many wonders that were born in the Renaissance period, capitalism was one of the most influential. Related to mercantilism, capitalism was a bit broader and focused more upon the wealth and trade itself instead of the more specific acquisition or control of natural resources. The general concept of capitalism was rooted in the sense of individualism inspired by the Renaissance; it centered around the "buy low, sell high" system of trade to acquire profit.

Sources:
 * Washington State University: http://www.wsu.edu/~dee/GLOSSARY/CAPITAL.HTM
 * Capitalism Represents Acceptable Policy Society (Image): http://www.beyondtv.org/nato/crap/craps.htm

Created by: Dirk Gadsden (11 Dec. 2008) Edited by Benjamin Ellison Febuary 15 09