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The chapter explores the emergence and growth of nationalism in Europe, highlighting key events, ideologies, and figures that shaped the continent's political landscape in the 19th century.
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Define Nationalism with an example.
Nationalism is a sense of collective identity among people of a nation. Example: French Revolution united people under 'la patrie' (the fatherland).
State and explain the role of French Revolution in nationalism.
The French Revolution (1789) transferred sovereignty from monarchy to citizens, promoting ideas of liberty, equality, and fraternity, inspiring nationalism across Europe.
Explain the Napoleonic Code.
Introduced by Napoleon in 1804, it abolished feudal privileges, established equality before law, and secured property rights, influencing legal systems in conquered territories.
Describe the Treaty of Vienna (1815).
Post-Napoleon, European powers met to restore monarchies, redraw borders to prevent French expansion, and establish a conservative order in Europe.
Who was Giuseppe Mazzini?
An Italian revolutionary who founded 'Young Italy' and 'Young Europe' to promote nationalism and democratic republics, opposing monarchy.
Explain the role of culture in nationalism.
Romanticism, folk songs, and language revival (e.g., Grimm Brothers' tales) fostered national identity by celebrating shared heritage and traditions.
What was the Zollverein?
A customs union formed in 1834 by German states to abolish tariff barriers, promoting economic unity and paving the way for political unification.
Describe the 1848 Revolution of the Liberals.
Middle-class liberals demanded constitutionalism, press freedom, and national unification, leading to uprisings across Europe, though most were suppressed.
How was Germany unified?
Otto von Bismarck led Prussia in wars against Austria, Denmark, and France (1866-71), culminating in the proclamation of the German Empire in 1871.
How was Italy unified?
Under leaders like Cavour and Garibaldi, Sardinia-Piedmont led wars and alliances (1859-70), uniting Italy under King Victor Emmanuel II in 1861.
Explain the strange case of Britain.
Britain's nation-state formed gradually through Acts of Union (1707, 1801), suppressing Scottish, Welsh, and Irish identities under English dominance.
Who were Marianne and Germania?
Female allegories representing France (Marianne) and Germany (Germania), symbolizing national unity and freedom through art and symbols.
What caused Balkan nationalism?
Balkan Slavs sought independence from Ottoman Empire, using history and romantic nationalism, leading to conflicts and WWI due to great power rivalries.
Define Liberalism.
A political ideology emphasizing individual freedom, equality before law, and government by consent, popular among 19th-century middle classes.
What was the Frankfurt Parliament?
An 1848 assembly of German liberals aiming to unify Germany under a constitution, but failed due to lack of support from Prussian king.
Explain the role of women in nationalist struggles.
Women participated in revolutions, formed associations, and demanded suffrage, but were often excluded from political rights in 19th-century Europe.
What was the Greek War of Independence?
Greeks revolted against Ottoman rule (1821-32), supported by European philhellenes, leading to recognition of Greece as an independent nation in 1832.
Describe the Romantic Imagination.
Romantic artists and poets emphasized emotions and folk culture to foster national identity, e.g., Herder's concept of 'volksgeist' (national spirit).
What was the impact of imperialism on nationalism?
European powers manipulated nationalist movements for imperial gains, while colonized nations developed anti-imperial nationalism for independence.
Explain the role of symbols in nationalism.
Flags, anthems, and allegories (e.g., Marianne, Germania) visually represented nations, fostering unity and collective identity among citizens.
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