Diplomatic Developments in Piedmont 1849-1856 Flashcards
1
Q
What was the economic agreement called between the non-Austrian states which isolated Austria in favour of Prussia?
A
The Zollverein
2
Q
How many troops did Piedmont send to fight in the 1854-56 Crimean War?
A
18,000
3
Q
At which battle did the Piedmontese influence?
A
Battle of Chernaya
4
Q
Who was the commander of the Piedmontese troops in the Crimean War?
A
Alfonso La Marmora
5
Q
How many Piedmontese troops died in the Crimean War?
A
2,000 (only 30 by wounds though) by cholera
6
Q
How was the February 1856 Congress of Paris beneficial to Piedmont?
A
On 8 April, Italian question main subject
Piedmont getting diplomatic importance
Ends the Treaty of Vienna of 1815
1820 Troppau Protocol broken as Austria and Russia break alliance
