Economic miracle
What Economic miracle means in History A-Level, as defined for AQA, Pearson Edexcel.
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Rapid growth experienced by the West German economy in the 1950s, driven by Erhard's social market economy and a strong industrial base.
Rapid growth, full employment and rising exports seen in 1955–66.
Topics that use Economic miracle
- 1L The quest for political stability: Germany, 1871–1991 – Division to unity: the Federal Republic of Germany, 1949–1991 (A-level only) (AQA A-Level)
- Economic development and policies, 1918–89 (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
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