Capitalism had been more revolutionary then any previous social system. It had swept away without scruples old institutions and modes of thought, if they were found to stand in its way. (Eric Roll, Baron Roll of Ipsden)

Capitalism had been more revolutionary then any previous social system. It had swept away without scruples old institutions and modes of thought, if they were found to stand in its way.

Eric Roll, Baron Roll of Ipsden

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