Dundee, jute and empire

The course explores the historical significance of Dundee in the context of the jute industry and the British Empire. By the end of the course, learners will understand the relationship between industry, empire, and capitalism. They will also analyze the organization of the jute industry and its impact on Dundee. The course teaches skills in historical analysis, critical thinking, and interpretation of maps and photographs. The teaching method includes lectures, case studies, and visual materials. This course is intended for history enthusiasts, students of British history, and individuals interested in the industrial revolution and its impact on society.

• Introduction
• Learning outcomes
• 1 Dundee: a case study
• 1 Dundee: a case study
• 2 Introducing the historical debate: industry, empire and gentlemen capitalists
• 2 Introducing the historical debate: industry, empire and gentlemen capitalists
• 2.1 Industry and empire
• 2.2 The Cain and Hopkins thesis
• 3 Dundee and the jute industry
• 3 Dundee and the jute industry
• 3.1 Why jute? Why Dundee?
• 3.2 Competition from Calcutta
• 3.3 Summary
• 4 The organisation of the jute industry
• 4 The organisation of the jute industry
• 4.1 Firms and competition
• 4.2 A high-risk trade
• 4.3 Harry Walker & Sons Ltd
• 4.4 Summary and implications
• 5 Picturing Dundee
• 5 Picturing Dundee
• 5.1 Maps and photographs
• 5.2 A ‘women’s town’
• 5.3 Summary
• Conclusion
• References
• Acknowledgements