Appreciate the efforts of German to become an Industrialised state.
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Germany (erstwhile Prussia) exploited its rich coal fields (Silesia and Rhineland – the Rhur) and iron deposits (Bohemia) to flourish in steel industry.
With the invention of electric dynamo, they lead electric industry in the world.
Unification in 1871 made access to iron from Lorraine fields of iron from France.
Government encouraged industry by providing road/rail transports and markets also.
It also focused on arnament industry.
Large banks provided the capital needed.
By the beginning of 20 century, Germany had developed a powerful industrial base.