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Which of the following best describes nationalism?
Which of the following best describes nationalism?
- An ideology advocating for global governance and the dissolution of nation-states.
- An economic system focused on international trade agreements.
- An ideology emphasizing loyalty and devotion to a nation, prioritizing its interests. (correct)
- An ideology promoting individual interests above all else.
The Enlightenment was a precursor to 19th-century nationalism because it introduced ideas of popular sovereignty and self-determination.
The Enlightenment was a precursor to 19th-century nationalism because it introduced ideas of popular sovereignty and self-determination.
True (A)
Name two key components that define nationalism.
Name two key components that define nationalism.
Shared culture, shared language, shared history, territory, and collective identity
The policy of 'blood and iron' to unify the German states was under the leadership of ______.
The policy of 'blood and iron' to unify the German states was under the leadership of ______.
What role did the French Revolution play in the rise of nationalism?
What role did the French Revolution play in the rise of nationalism?
The decline of multinational empires such as the Ottoman and Austrian empires hindered the rise of national movements.
The decline of multinational empires such as the Ottoman and Austrian empires hindered the rise of national movements.
Who were the key figures involved in the Italian Unification?
Who were the key figures involved in the Italian Unification?
The concept of 'spirit of the people' which promoted unique national cultures and folklore is also known as ______.
The concept of 'spirit of the people' which promoted unique national cultures and folklore is also known as ______.
Which factor contributed to the rise of nationalism in the 19th Century?
Which factor contributed to the rise of nationalism in the 19th Century?
Nationalism led to decreased competition and rivalry among European powers
Nationalism led to decreased competition and rivalry among European powers
What were the consequences of nationalism?
What were the consequences of nationalism?
The rise of the ______ championed national unity to further their economic and political interests.
The rise of the ______ championed national unity to further their economic and political interests.
Which of the following was a consequence of nationalism in Europe?
Which of the following was a consequence of nationalism in Europe?
Greek Independence was achieved without any support from European powers.
Greek Independence was achieved without any support from European powers.
What did nationalist states seek to do in the name of national glory?
What did nationalist states seek to do in the name of national glory?
Napoleonic Wars spread the idea of national identity and other revolutionary ideas across Europe through conquest and ______.
Napoleonic Wars spread the idea of national identity and other revolutionary ideas across Europe through conquest and ______.
Which of the following is an accurate description of the relationship between nationalism and imperialism?
Which of the following is an accurate description of the relationship between nationalism and imperialism?
Nationalism always leads to the protection and inclusion of minority groups within newly formed nation-states.
Nationalism always leads to the protection and inclusion of minority groups within newly formed nation-states.
How did the Industrial Revolution foster national unity and economic integration.
How did the Industrial Revolution foster national unity and economic integration.
According to the document, nationalism emphasizes loyalty and devotion to a nation, and holds that such obligations outweigh other individual or ______ interests.
According to the document, nationalism emphasizes loyalty and devotion to a nation, and holds that such obligations outweigh other individual or ______ interests.
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Nationalism
Nationalism
An ideology emphasizing loyalty and devotion to a nation, prioritizing its interests over other groups.
Key Components of Nationalism
Key Components of Nationalism
Shared culture, language, history, territory, and a sense of collective identity.
The Enlightenment
The Enlightenment
Ideas of popular sovereignty and self-determination that challenged dynastic rule.
The French Revolution (1789)
The French Revolution (1789)
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Romanticism
Romanticism
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Industrial Revolution
Industrial Revolution
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Rise of the Middle Class
Rise of the Middle Class
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Decline of Empires
Decline of Empires
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Italian Unification (Risorgimento)
Italian Unification (Risorgimento)
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German Unification
German Unification
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Greek Independence
Greek Independence
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Creation of new nation-states
Creation of new nation-states
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Increased competition among European powers
Increased competition among European powers
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Oppression of minority groups
Oppression of minority groups
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Rise of imperialism
Rise of imperialism
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Study Notes
- Nationalism is an ideology emphasizing loyalty, devotion, or allegiance to a nation or nation-state, prioritizing these obligations over individual or group interests
- Key components of nationalism include shared culture, language, history, territory, and a sense of collective identity.
Pre-cursors to 19th Century Nationalism
- The Enlightenment challenged dynastic rule with ideas of popular sovereignty and self-determination.
- The French Revolution (1789) introduced citizen armies, national symbols, and the concept of the nation as a source of legitimacy.
- Napoleonic Wars spread these ideas across Europe through conquest and resistance.
Factors Contributing to the Rise of Nationalism in the 19th Century
- Romanticism emphasized unique national cultures, folklore, and the "spirit of the people" (Volksgeist).
- The Industrial Revolution facilitated communication and transportation, fostering national unity and economic integration.
- The rise of the middle class (bourgeoisie) often championed national unity to further economic and political interests.
- The decline of multinational empires (e.g., Ottoman, Austrian) created opportunities for national movements.
Key Nationalist Movements & Examples
- Italian Unification (Risorgimento) was led by figures like Mazzini, Garibaldi, and Cavour, combining revolutionary fervor with pragmatic statecraft.
- German Unification, under Bismarck's leadership ("blood and iron"), involved Prussia unifying the German states through a series of wars.
- Greek Independence was a successful revolt against Ottoman rule, fueled by nationalist sentiment and supported by European powers.
Consequences of Nationalism
- Nationalism led to the creation of new nation-states and the redrawing of the map of Europe.
- Nationalism increased competition and rivalry among European powers, contributing to tensions that led to World War I.
- Oppression of minority groups occurred within newly formed nation-states.
- Nationalism caused the rise of imperialism as nation-states sought to expand their power and influence globally in the name of national glory.
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