In [[Karl Marx]]'s theory, Communism is the final phase of societal evolution that begins with [[Socialism]]. Marxist theory alleges that [[feudalism]] evolved into [[capitalism]], and capitalism evolves into socialism, and eventually the highest order of societal evolution is achieved when socialism evolves into communism. Marx's ''Communist Manifesto'' proposes the establishment of a "[[classless society]]" when human society reaches this ultimate perfection. However, all Communist societies maintain a [[class structure]]. | In [[Karl Marx]]'s theory, Communism is the final phase of societal evolution that begins with [[Socialism]]. Marxist theory alleges that [[feudalism]] evolved into [[capitalism]], and capitalism evolves into socialism, and eventually the highest order of societal evolution is achieved when socialism evolves into communism. Marx's ''Communist Manifesto'' proposes the establishment of a "[[classless society]]" when human society reaches this ultimate perfection. However, all Communist societies maintain a [[class structure]]. |