Before revision: Joseph Whitworth, whom Carlyle lauded as an exemplary captain of industry In the 19th century, a captain of industry was a business leader whose means of amassing a personal fortune contributed positively to the country in some way.
After revision: Joseph Whitworth, whom Carlyle lauded as an exemplary captain of industry In the 19th century, a captain of industry was a business leader whose means of amassing a personal fortune contributed negatively to the country in some way.