Alexander the great used the massive wealth he acquired from his conquests to fund his military campaigns, expand his empire, and support the establishment of cities, many of which were named after him, like Alexandria in Egypt. He also distributed some of the wealth among his soldiers to maintain their loyalty and morale. Additionally, he invested in cultural and economic infrastructure, promoting trade and the spread of Hellenistic culture throughout his empire.
European nations wanted to control more land as a way to become more economically powerful. The hope was to acquire colonies to control their natural resources and make the nation extremely wealthy.
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One thing that was happening in the world at the time "The Wealth of Nations" was written was the Industrial Revolution in the United States.
As with any politician, king, or dictator, there were "signs" of wealth (limousines, palaces), etc.
They were conquestadors.
Spain's wealth acquired from the New World was considered to be a mixed blessing due to the speed at which the wealth was acquired. Spain gained its wealth so quickly, the result was massive inflation for ordinary Spaniards.
No his just acquired wealth makes him a crorepati.
Pelf is wealth and riches, especially if dishonestly acquired.
The past participle of acquire is acquired. Ex: She acquired a new wealth of knowledge on WikiAnswers
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well kiddos, john D. Rockefeller acquired his wealth by robbing!!!!! just kidding john was behind the creation and the development of the standard oil company. that's all i found ENJOY!!!!!
Asa Candler gave or donate some of his massive wealth with his brother John S. Candler.
The Bingleys' wealth was acquired through trade. Charles Bingley's father made his fortune in trade and industry, allowing the family to become affluent enough to move in high society circles.
A massive hazard to your wealth.
In a capitalist system, wealth and goods are acquired through competition. The wealthiest end up with more wealth and more goods.
Bill Gates acquired his wealth as he created Microsoft in his garage eventually becoming the CEO and then selling the company.
By the time he was 40, Vanderbilt's wealth exceeded $500,000, but he still looked for new opportunities