rise of nationalism in europe Flashcards
when and by whom were the series of prints depicting democratic and social republics made?
1848, Frederic Sorrieu
what did the first print show?
people and America and Europe of all ages marching in a long train, paying homage to the statue of liberty
What was the statue of liberty seen holding?
The Torch of Enlightenment in one hand and The Charter of Rights of Man in the other.
What is meant by the term “Absolutist”?
The term absolutist refers to a government or a system of rules that has to restraints on the power exercised.
What is a modern state?
A modern state is a state where a centralized power exercised sovereign power over a clearly defined territory
What is a nation state?
A nation state is a state where most of its citizens and its rulers come to develop a sense of common identity through shared history and cultures.
What is a plebiscite?
A direct vote by which all the people of a region are asked to accept or deny a proposal.
When did the first impression of nationalism emerge?
1789, with the french revolution
What were some political and constitutional changes brought after the french revolution?
- The transfer of sovereignty from the monarchy to the citizens
- The people were now to constitute the nation and shape its destiny
What were some measures and practices that helped create a sense of collective identity?
- Ideas of “la patrie” and “la citoyen”
- The tricolour
- The estates general was elected by the citizens renamed the national assembly
- a centralized system was put into place
- new hymns were composed and oaths were taken
- a uniform set of weights and measures was adopted.
regional dialects were discouraged.
What were some changes made by Napoleon?
Napoleon was set on introducing many reforms that he had already introduced in france. He had, no doubt, destroyed the democracy in france, but he had incorporated many revolutionary principles in the administrative field.
What was the Civil code of 1804?
Civil code of 1804 or Napoleonic code banished any and all privileges based on birth, established equality before law and secured the right to property.
What effects did the Napoleonic code have outside France?
In the Dutch republic, Switzerland, Italy and Germany, Napoleon simplified administrative divisions, abolished feudal systems and freed peasants from serfdom and manorial dues. in the towns, guild restrictions were removed, transport and communication systems were improved.
What was the reaction of the people to the french rule?
Initially, in many places such as Holland, Switzerland and in cities like Mainz, Milan and Warsaw, the french armies were welcomed as harbingers of liberty. But the soon, it became clear that the new administrative arrangements did not go along with political freedom.
What regions did the Habsburg Empire rule?
The Alpine region - the Tyrol, Austria, and Sudetenland.
