sep 1, 1776 - Wealth of Nations
Description:
Britain's Adam Smith proposes a broader way of looking at wealth. His book, Wealth of Nations is published. He sees wealth as more than precious metals and stones. He proposes that more wealth to common people would benefit Britain's economy and society. He sees consumers choosing to buy the products of competing businessmen as favorable regulation.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 1, 1776
Now
~ 248 years ago