19th Century Wars and their importance Flashcards
What was the primary cause of the Napoleonic Wars?
The expansion of French territory and influence under Napoleon Bonaparte.
True or False: The Crimean War was fought between 1853 and 1856.
True
Fill in the blank: The _____ War (1870-1871) resulted in the unification of Germany.
Franco-Prussian
Which war is considered a precursor to World War I due to the shifting alliances in Europe?
The Balkan Wars
What major event did the Congress of Vienna in 1815 aim to accomplish?
To restore stability and order in Europe after the Napoleonic Wars.
Multiple choice: Which of the following wars was fought primarily between Russia and the Ottoman Empire? A) Napoleonic Wars B) Crimean War C) Franco-Prussian War
B) Crimean War
What was the significance of the Battle of Waterloo in 1815?
It marked the end of Napoleon Bonaparte’s rule and the Napoleonic Wars.
True or False: The Austro-Prussian War led to the exclusion of Austria from German affairs.
True
Fill in the blank: The _____ War (1830-1831) involved Belgium gaining independence from the Netherlands.
Belgian
What was the primary outcome of the Crimean War?
It marked the decline of the Ottoman Empire and increased tensions among European powers.
Multiple choice: What was a major consequence of the Franco-Prussian War? A) Strengthening of France B) Rise of German Empire C) Decrease in nationalism
B) Rise of German Empire
Which conflict was primarily about national unification in Italy?
The Italian Wars of Independence
True or False: The Seven Weeks’ War was fought between Austria and Prussia.
True
Fill in the blank: The _____ War (1846-1848) was fought over the annexation of Texas.
Mexican-American
What was one of the major results of the 1848 Revolutions in Europe?
It led to widespread political upheaval and the rise of nationalist movements.
Multiple choice: Which war resulted in the Treaty of Frankfurt? A) Crimean War B) Austro-Prussian War C) Franco-Prussian War
C) Franco-Prussian War
What was the main issue at stake in the War of the Triple Alliance (1864-1870)?
Control over the territory of Paraguay and its influence in South America.
True or False: The Napoleonic Wars resulted in the spread of revolutionary ideas across Europe.
True
Fill in the blank: The _____ War (1877-1878) was fought between Russia and the Ottoman Empire, leading to the independence of several Balkan states.
Russo-Turkish
What was the impact of the Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867?
It created the dual monarchy of Austria-Hungary, affecting European politics.
