Big businesses that have taken root
The Industrial Revolution of the 18th and 19th centuries saw the development of "company towns": locations where a single business ruled the roost.
Alhough these communities have become fewer and further between over the centuries, there are still many towns, and even cities, that are dominated by just one major firm.
Click or scroll through our gallery for some fascinating examples of company town from around the globe. All dollar amounts in US dollars, unless otherwise stated.
Daniel Coughlin
29 January 2021
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