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1. The Rise of Nationalism in Europe

The emergence of nationalism during the nineteenth century transformed Europe from multi-national empires into nation-states governed by the principle of self-determination. The chapter examines the role of significant events, philosophical ideas, and cultural movements in establishing national identities across Europe, leading to unification processes in countries like Germany and Italy, as well as the rise of new political ideologies.

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Sections

  • 1

    The Rise Of Nationalism In Europe

    In this section, the emergence of nationalism in Europe during the 19th century is explored, highlighting key events, ideologies, and figures that shaped national identities.

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  • 1.1

    The French Revolution And The Idea Of The Nation

    The section explores how the French Revolution catalyzed the rise of nationalism in Europe, promoting the idea of nation-states based on shared identity and rights.

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  • 1.2

    The Making Of Nationalism In Europe

    This section explores the origins of nationalism in Europe, highlighting the lack of nation-states in the mid-eighteenth century and the diverse ethnic and cultural landscapes that existed.

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  • 1.2.1

    The Aristocracy And The New Middle Class

    This section explores the social dynamics between the landed aristocracy and the emerging new middle class in 19th-century Europe.

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  • 1.2.2

    What Did Liberal Nationalism Stand For?

    Liberal nationalism in early-nineteenth-century Europe emphasized individual freedoms, equality before the law, and government by consent, while manifesting through the push for constitutionalism and national unity among new middle classes.

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  • 1.2.3

    A New Conservatism After 1815

    This section discusses the emergence of conservatism in Europe following Napoleon's defeat, emphasizing the desire to preserve traditional institutions and the establishment of a conservative order at the Congress of Vienna.

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  • 1.2.4

    The Revolutionaries

    The section delves into the revolutionary movements in Europe following 1815, highlighting key figures such as Giuseppe Mazzini and their role in promoting nationalism and democratic ideals.

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  • 1.3

    The Age Of Revolutions: 1830-1848

    This section explores the emergence and impact of nationalism in Europe during the Age of Revolutions, particularly the revolution of 1848 which brought various political, social, and economic changes.

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  • 1.3.1

    The Romantic Imagination And National Feeling

    This section discusses how Romanticism played a crucial role in fostering nationalist sentiments through art, music, and literature.

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  • 1.3.2

    Hunger, Hardship And Popular Revolt

    This section discusses the economic hardships in Europe during the 1830s and the resulting popular revolts, particularly the significant events of the revolution in 1848.

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  • 1.3.3

    1848: The Revolution Of The Liberals

    In 1848, widespread revolutions led by the liberal middle classes emerged across Europe, emphasizing demands for constitutional governance and national unification amidst popular unrest.

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  • 1.4

    The Making Of Germany And Italy

    This section discusses the unification processes of Germany and Italy, highlighting the roles of nationalism, political leaders, and wars that led to the formation of nation-states.

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  • 1.4.1

    Germany – Can The Army Be The Architect Of A Nation?

    The section discusses how nationalism in Germany evolved post-1848, culminating in the unification led by Prussia through military strength and state control.

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  • 1.4.2

    Italy Unified

    Italy was politically fragmented but achieved unification in the 19th century, primarily through the efforts of Victor Emmanuel II and Cavour.

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  • 1.4.3

    The Strange Case Of Britain

    The development of the British nation-state involved a gradual process influenced by ethnic identity and socio-political changes rather than a singular revolutionary event.

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  • 1.5

    Visualising The Nation

    This section examines the artistic representations of nations in the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly the use of female allegories to personify nations.

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  • 1.6

    Nationalism And Imperialism

    The rise of nationalism in Europe during the 19th century led to significant political changes, culminating in the creation of nation-states and underpinned by imperialistic ambitions.

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  • 1.7

    Discuss

    This section explores the 1848 revolution of liberals, the cultural contributions to nationalism in Europe, the development of nations in the 19th century, the unique nationalism in Britain, nationalist tensions in the Balkans, and the significance of nationalist symbols outside Europe.

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  • 1.8

    Write In Brief

    This section covers the key figures and events that shaped the rise of nationalism in Europe, focusing on Italian and German unification and the impact of the French Revolution.

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References

ch-1.pmd.pdf

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