Lesson 5.3 , 5.4 , 5.5 The Unification of Germany Flashcards
Otto Von Bismarck
worked briefly as a civil servant before his career in government he served as a diplomat.
Chanceller
The highest official of a monarch, prime minister.
Realpolitik
realistic politics based on the needs of state.
Annex
Add a territory to an existing state or country.
Kaiser
emperor of Germany.
Reich
German emperor
Kulturkampf
“battle for civilization”, intended to make catholics put loyalty to the state above their allegiance of the church.
William II
The last german emperor and king of Prussia. he led german into world war 1.
Social welfare
Programs provided by the State for the benifit of its citizens.
Camilo Cavour
Second son of the noble family / liked politics and became a valuable leader.
Giuseppe Garibaldi
Nationalist soldier and military leader who effectively used guerilla taties to win. / involvement in the Italian war
Anarchist
A person who wants to abolish all government.
Emigration
Movement away from ones homeland.
Benjamin Disraeli
Leading conservation politician and spent seven years as prime minister / worked to expan suffrage.
Rotten Borough
Rural town in England that sent members to parliament despite having few or no votes.