Revolutions

10.18- The Witte System

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Oct 14, 2019
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ANECDOTE

Witte's Early Career

  • Sergei Witte's family discouraged his academic pursuits, urging him towards civil service.
  • After a railway accident, his innovative wartime efficiency earned him a powerful patron.
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Witte's Rise

  • Witte's accurate prediction of a train derailment, tragically proven right, highlighted his expertise.
  • This gained him the Tsar's attention and a key position in the railway department.
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The Witte System's Core

  • The Witte System focused on fostering industrial growth, raising state revenue, and expanding railroads.
  • It involved attracting foreign investment and implementing protective tariffs.
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