Obstacles to Unification Flashcards
Why as there division among the nationalists regarding the idea of unification, and what were the two main proposals for unification?
There was division among nationalists due to differing ideas on how unification should occur. The two main proposals were “Kleindeutschland” (including all 39 states except Austria) and “Grossdeutschland” (including all 39 states plus regions of the Austrian empire).
How did the lack of agreement among nationalists hinder the process of unification?
The lack of agreement among nationalists made it difficult to make definitive decisions and build consensus, particularly in the face of powerful opposition from Austria. This hindered the progress of unification efforts.
What were the religious divide in Germany and its impact on the process of unification?
The religious divide in Germany stemmed from the introduction of Protestantism and Catholicism during the Reformation. Northern Germany was largely Protestant, while Southern Germany was predominantly Catholic.
How did religious differences contribute to tension within the German Confederation?
Religious differences contributed to tension within the German Confederation, leading to fear, mistrust, and hatred towards the opposing religion. This division affected literature and cultural productions, which catered to either Protestant or Catholic audiences.
What were the measures taken by Austrian Chancellor Metternich to suppress nationalism within the German Confederation.
Austrian Chancellor Metternich employed measures such as the Carlsbad Decrees of 1819 to suppress nationalism within the German Confederation, including disbanding student societies, imposing press censorship, and dismissing radical lecturers.
What was the role of Austria in obstructing German unification, considering its political maneuvers and influence.
Austria wielded significant power within the German Confederation, using it as a political tool to suppress nationalism. Metternich’s actions exemplified Austria’s opposition to German unification.
What factors contributed to the indifference of the German masses towards the movement for unification?
Factors contributing to the indifference of the German masses towards unification included the severe potato famine, which led to blaming the political system for their plight, and limited access to nationalist literature, particularly among illiterate peasants.
How did literacy levels and access to nationalist literature affect the spread of the idea of unification among peasants?
Illiteracy and limited access to nationalist literature hindered the spread of the idea of unification among peasants, excluding them from the movement.
What and when was the carlsbad decree?
The carlsbad decree was a decree implemented by Metternich in 1819 that disbanded university societies that may have encouraged nationalism.
What does Gross Deutschland mean?
Gross Deutschland is a united Germany that includes parts of Austria
What does Klein Deustchland mean?
It is a united Germany under the leadership of Prussia but excluding Austria
Other than division on the territory of a united Germany, what else was a source of division?
Whether or not there should be a monarchy in a united Germany.
What religions were North and South Germany?
North Germany was primarily protestant.
South Germany was primarily catholic.
When and where was the massacre of Prostentant population?
Sack of Madgeburg in 1631
When did radicals storm the Frankfurt parliament and how many people died?
September 1848 and around 80 people were killed.
