B2Mazzini In The 1850s And Legacy

Question 1

When was the uprising in Milan and what was the outcome?

Answer 1

February 1853 a huge failure and highlighted the weakness of Mazzini’s cause and tactics

Question 2

How many revolutionaries were shot by the Austrians?

Answer 2

50 shot

Question 3

Name a few other failed revolutions?

Answer 3

Massa 1854

Palermo 1856

Question 4

Name a few groups who were alternatives to Mazzini, growing in the 1850s?

Answer 4

The Latin Committee in Paris 1851 to argue for federal republic and the Military Committee in Genoa 1852

Question 5

Impact of the Roman Republic?

Answer 5

The failure did little short term damage and he was seen as a hero on his return to exile in London where he founded the Italian National Committee and then Society of Friends of Italy 1851, gained widespread support