Economic development Flashcards
What was the name of the Minister of Finance 1892-1904?
Sergei Witte
In what decade did Russia experience the industrial revolution?
1890s
The number of factory workers doubled in the Witte era:
From?
To?
1.3 million, to 2.6 million
What was the positive impact of Witte putting Russia on the Gold Standard?
- increased international prestige
- encourage others to invest in Russia
What types of industries experience expansion under Witte?
Heavy industry - coal, oil, iron, steel
What was Russia’s annual growth rate in the Witte era?
8%
Where was Russia in the league of industrialised nations by 1897?
4th
Which countries did Russia gain loans from in this period?
Britain, France, USA, Belgium
Russia experienced famines in what years in this period?
1898, 1901
The urban population in this period grew significantly:
1867: ?
1917: ?
1867: 7 million
1917: 28 million
What problems did rapid industrialisation cause in the cities?
- overcrowding due to a lack of housing
- high rents due to a lack of housing
- spread of disease due to limited sanitation
What % of houses in St Petersburg had no running water?
40%
How many died in a cholera outbreak in St Petersburg in 1908-9?
30,000
