How does the class struggle in 19TH century differ from class struggles in previous eras?

Answer 1

Class struggle in the 19th century differed from earlier class struggles, this remains true today, in that the class struggle was between the bourgeoisie and the proletariat, the capitalists and the wage-slaves. This fundamental fact changes everything, class struggle under feudalism is radically different from class struggle under all non-feudalist systems, same goes for capitalism and all other modes of production.

Answer 2

In the 19th century, the class struggle was largely defined by the emergence of industrial capitalism, leading to stark divisions between the bourgeoisie (owners of the means of production) and the proletariat (working class). This dynamic was shaped by rapid urbanization and economic changes, with labor movements advocating for workers' rights. In previous eras, class struggles existed but were often based on different social structures and economic systems, such as feudalism or slavery.