may 19, 1776 - Adam Smith Publishes "Wealth of Nations"
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Adam Smith's Wealth of Nations was a revolutionary economics writing. Arguing that free markets and loose regulations produce economic success, Smith laid the foundation for the economic theory of capitalism. The book became hugely influential in the writings of later economists and inspired many European leaders to pursue economic reforms.
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