Reclaiming Venetia Flashcards
How did Italy win Venice
Through Prussia’s efforts in the Franco-Prussian War
What was the reason Austria gave up Venice to France?
They had a secret treaty that if France remained neutral, they would be allowed to have Venice.
What did France do with Venice after it was given to them by Austria?
Immediately ceded it to Italy
What was the result of the Plebiscite leading to Annexation of Venice officially?
647,246 to 69
Why was this outcome bitter-sweet?
Great rejoicing in October 1866 because Venice was finally free of Austrian rule, but it was at the cost of all the reputation and dignity of the Italian army and the nationalist cause
Who wrote about being Italian at the time and what did they say?
Crispi in August 1866:
“To be Italian was something that we once longed for, now, in the present circumstances it is shameful.”
What economic problem was caused by the war?
Large amounts of Debt
What Laws were put in place to solve this economic issue?
nationalisation of Church land in 1867
unpopular Grist Tax in 1868
