2. Jewish Emancipation  Habsburg Empire- 1782 were subject to the same laws as the Christian majority.  Still, throughout Europe, they had to pay special taxes and in some countries could not own land.

3. Russia and Poland  Pogroms- organized riots against Jewish communities were common.

5. Mid 19 th century  Jewish people began getting more and more rights.

6. 1870’s and 1880’s  Jewish people (particularly bankers) were blamed for Europe’s stagnant economy.  Anti-Semitism erupts in Germany

7. On the work front  Trade Unions were legalized in most countries.  Organized strikes were also on the rise.

8. The 1 st International  British and French Trade Union

9. Fabian Society  British Socialist Group