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What were the three phases of the emergence of nations in Europe?
What were the three phases of the emergence of nations in Europe?
- Western Europe transitioned from old regimes to self-governing societies. 2. Central/Southern Europe formed cultural nations like Italy and Germany. 3. Eastern Europe experienced secession from multinational empires.
What political consequences arose from the rise of nationalism in Europe?
What political consequences arose from the rise of nationalism in Europe?
The rise of nationalism led to the end of feudalism, the dissolution of multinational empires, and increased formation of nation-states.
How did the emergence of the working class influence the dynamics between rulers and the ruled?
How did the emergence of the working class influence the dynamics between rulers and the ruled?
The emergence of the working class during the Industrial Revolution intensified the 'social question' and led to the development of new ideologies like socialism and liberalism, challenging the existing power structures.
In what ways did the end of monarchies contribute to the rise of nation-states?
In what ways did the end of monarchies contribute to the rise of nation-states?
How did industrialization affect the assimilation of minorities in Europe?
How did industrialization affect the assimilation of minorities in Europe?
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Emergence of Nations
Emergence of Nations
The period when nations began to form. It involved a shift from traditional societies to self-governing ones, with a focus on national identities and common cultures. This process happened in stages, starting with Western Europe and ending with Eastern Europe.
State Centralization
State Centralization
The process of a state consolidating its power and control over a territory. This often involves a shift from local lords to a central authority, often a monarchy. It's crucial to remember that while the state precedes the nation in this phase, national identities are also emerging.
Emergence of the Working Class
Emergence of the Working Class
This refers to the rise of a powerful class of workers due to the Industrial Revolution. This class faced new challenges and inequalities, leading to the emergence of new ideologies like socialism to address their concerns.
Social Question
Social Question
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Main Changes Due to Industrialization
Main Changes Due to Industrialization
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Study Notes
Assignment 1 Learning Goals
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Three phases of nation emergence in Europe
- Western Europe (England, Netherlands, France, Sweden) transitioned from old regimes to self-governing societies with responsible citizens, where the state came before the nation. Belgium and Ireland were exceptions because they seceded
- France, initially divided, centralized its state authority under a king, subduing local lords.
- Central and Southern Europe: Smaller states forming cultural, unified nations before formally becoming states
- Eastern Europe saw nations emerge from large multinational empires (like Ottoman and Habsburg) but smaller nations were absorbed into them
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Political Consequences of Nationalism
- The end of feudalism and large multinational empires
- The rise in the number of nation-states
- Diminishing power of monarchies (like Habsburg)
- Tensions among newly formed nation-states
- Increased assimilation of minority cultures
Assignment 2
- Problem Statement: Impact of the working class on the relationship between rulers and the ruled
- Brainstorm:
- Industrial Revolution's influence
- Rise of new ideologies (socialism, liberalism, conservatism)
- Issues arising from social change
- Significant transformation due to industrialization
- Emergence of classes (bourgeoisie and proletariat)
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