French Industrialization: Workshop and Factory - Lecture 6

Explore the nuanced development of industrialization in France through this 51-minute lecture from Yale University's "France Since 1871" course. Delve into the unique aspects of French industrial growth, challenging the notion that it was overshadowed by British developments. Examine the importance of domestic and non-factory occupations, the role of artisan workers in labor movements, and the impact of industrial discipline. Investigate the long depression, population migration, and small-scale urbanization. Learn about local industrial centers, the lives of industrial women in both domestic and factory settings, and the transition from craftsman to worker that laid the foundation for French socialism. Gain insights into the complexities of France's industrial revolution and its lasting effects on society and labor relations.