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Coca Cola Classical Era

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History is divided into unique time periods. Each time period is classified by their own distinct features. Two very important time periods are the classical era (600 BCE - 600 CE) and the modern era (1900 - present). These time periods have similar and varying social classes and economic systems.
Regarding economics, both time periods have been influenced in a similar way. The spread of wine brought with it Greek values. The widespread reach of Greek wine and its influence on society could not be matched at the time. Approximately 330,000 bottles of wine were shipped all across Europe. It was a major trade piece and gave great power to the Greeks (66&67). The same could be said about the modern era, but with this time, America and Cola. Coca-Cola was the embodiment of America, and it's values; freedom, consumerism, and democracy. As Cola grew popular its values followed with them. It had established itself in every single country in the world (225). Thus, you could say Coke went “viral”. With it’s gaining popularity USA turned into a superpower. However the challenges they face differ tremendously . Coca-Cola faced three challenges at the brink of 2016; the Great Depression, the end of prohibition, and the rise of PepsiCo. However, they did find a way though these obstructions and

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Wine and Coca-Cola were drinks that were symbols of these respectable nations. Wine was drunk by Caesar and his citizens, while drinking Coca-Cola was a symbol of freedom and prosperity (75&261). These countries remained superpowers because they had something that united them. However, wine was not for everyone. It created social classes among the Romans. Certain types of wine are meant for certain types of people. Just ask Marcus Antonius (75). Although, wine created social classes, Coca-Cola did not. There was only one type of Coke, and anyone could purchase

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