Lots. Let"s start with the US, who got ahead thanks to it's revolutionary form of government, constitution, and visionary citizens.
I do expect to get downvoted by US haters.
I do expect to get downvoted by US haters.
I'm not a US hater at all, I think it's an amazing country, but it's also a great example of how to build one.
https://www.realclearmarkets.com/articles/2018/07/30/ip_thef...
How that makes you feel about the US — or about thievery's morality and place in history — is an exercise left to the reader. But I think that's a fair read of the history.
The main thing that allowed American innovation is the fact that they are not under threat of a land or sea invasion due to the geography. This always gave them an advantage of being able to think long-term without being worried about war destroying their efforts.
Don't get me wrong - I am an immigrant to the U.S., and the U.S. is a great and successful country with many opportunities for all. The three things you mention certainly play a role in its success, but they're not the only factors by far.