Social Darwinism (jan 1, 1870 – jan 1, 1890)
Description:
Cause:1. Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection and survival of the fittest applied to the market space
Effect:
1. embraced laissez-faire capitalism and racism
2. government should not interfere in survival of the fittest by helping the poor
3. promoted the idea that some races are superior to others
Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1870
jan 1, 1890
~ 20 years