Why was Germany unified under Prussia and not Austria? I. Introduction A. Prussia was the foremost country in the unification of Germany B. Although it may have not been the intent of Prussia to unify Germany‚ it is certain that Prussia had the greatest amount of influence in German politics C. Austria was not in a political‚ economic‚ or social state to take on such significant role D. Prussia’s advantages: a. Almost exclusive German population b. Leadership more acceptable to German liberals
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How far do you agree that the limited appeal of Mazzini’s ideas was the main reason for the slow progress of national unity in Italy in the years 1815-48? In 1815‚ Italy had just emerged from Napoleonic rule and was completely divided into nine separate states; with different rulers and different cultures. By 1848‚ these states had progressed towards‚ albeit merely to a limited extent‚ some kind of national unity – national unity meaning the feeling of being united and together as one country
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In addition‚ certain monarchs and ministers such as King Louis Philippe and Guizot in France‚ Metternich in the Habsburg Empire and King Ludwig in Bavaria had attracted and exceptional degree of personal unpopularity and manifestations of liberalism and of movements for constitutional reform occurred throughout Europe in 1846 and
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A Twenty-First Century Concert of Powers Even though we tend to not recognize it‚ today’s world is in peril: While the number and type of actors has multiplied in the process of globalization‚ great powers retain their dominant role in international security. The central element of global security governance‚ the one factor that presents a road fork between the paths to peace and to war and which also is a precondition to successful management of several other important issues‚ thus concerns
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Internet usage in function to education from students of Albanian universities M. Sc. Stela Dhima PhD Candidate‚ University of Tirana‚ Tirana‚ Albania steladhima@gmail.com Abstract This study comes at a time where everyone talks about Information Technology (IT)‚ smart phones‚ computers and lap tops‚ tablets‚ sophisticated and full of options TVs‚ HD and 3D TVs‚ digital transmitters‚ internet and ISPs. Yet‚ we
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AP EURO CHAPTER 11 TERMS Enclosure Acts: The Revolution of 1688 confirmed the ascendancy of the Parliament in England over the king. Economically‚ it meant the ascendancy of the more well to do property-owning classes. The British government was substantially in the hands of wealthy landowners‚ the “squirearchy”. Many landowners‚ seeking to increase their money incomes‚ began experimenting new and improved methods of cultivation and stock raising. An improving landlord‚ to introduce such changes
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firmly under Soviet domination and the Austrians were forced to remain neutral during the growing Cold War. In Europe the only country divided was Germany. * Conservatism in western politics Conservatives‚ such as Austria’s Prince Klemens von Metternich‚ were bent on maintaining the sanctity of traditional political institutions‚ particularly the monarchy. It was also their goal to maintain a balance of power in Europe in order to ensure a permanent peace. * Welfare state Welfare State
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Power to the People: The Effects of the French Revolution on European Politics The French Revolution was an event that altered the course of politics in Europe forever. From 1789 to 1799‚ the French people battled for their rights and freedom against the French government and monarchy. A few decades before‚ the Americans successfully declared their secession from Britain after years of discontent. France played a big part in this revolution by aiding the American colonists to gain their independence
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German nationalism did change between 1789 and 1840‚ regarding their aims‚ characteristics and demographics‚ but only to some extent. The changes and continuation of nationalism were essentially affected by the international context and the domestic factors which both stimulated and stagnated German nationalism throughout the period. Although the nationalists may have not achieved their ultimate aim for political unity by 1840‚ the events during this period had indeed strengthened the ’cultural
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Dale Hsu Mr. Walker Social Study 9DEFG 21 April 2015 19th Century Nationalism Weakened Empires Nationalism spread and prevailed throughout Europe beginning in the 19th century. Nationalism is a desire for political independence under the leadership of people with the same nationality. The French Revolution that happened in late 18th century promoted a sense of nationalism and patriotism. It promoted individual citizenship of the French people and helped spread nationalism across Europe. During this
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