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What is nationalism, according to the concept?
What was the outcome of the revolutions in Britain's North American colonies in 1776 and in France in 1789?
What was the significance of the Congress of Vienna of 1815?
What was the outcome of the nationalist revolutions of 1848?
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When was the right of self-determination acknowledged?
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Where was the first university chair of international relations founded?
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Studying international relations primarily helps students and professionals to:
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What was international relations originally considered a branch of?
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What do the necessary tools provided by studying international relations help with?
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Study Notes
Conceptualizing Nationalism, Nations, and States
- The terms "nation", "state", and "country" are often mistakenly used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings.
- Nationalism is the most influential force in international affairs, responsible for the outbreak of revolutions and wars, the collapse of empires, and the emergence of new states.
- Nationalism is the doctrine that asserts the nation as the basic political unit in organizing society.
- A nation is a historical entity that evolves organically from similar ethnic communities, bound together by shared identity and common social practices.
- The French Revolution of 1789 and the American Revolution of 1776 served as models for nationalist movements.
The Rise of Nationalism
- The Congress of Vienna in 1815 aimed to restore Europe to its pre-revolutionary state, but nationalist sentiments continued to grow.
- In the 19th century, nationalism emphasized self-determination, the right of a people to determine their own fate, which undermined the legitimacy of European empires.
- Despite being suppressed, nationalist sentiments persisted, and Italy eventually unified into a single country and independent nation in 1861.
- Self-determination was finally acknowledged as a right after World War I, leading to the formation of nation-states in Europe.
Understanding International Relations
- The concept of "international" was coined by Jeremy Bentham in 1783, but the inter-state system continued to operate similarly to the Westphalian system.
- In modern international politics, nationalism and its implications are highly questioned, with nation-states facing challenges and pressures.
- However, there is a revival of nationalism worldwide, with religion, culture, and ethnicity emerging as potent forces in world politics.
Studying International Relations
- We live in a world where international experiences and transactions are inevitable and interconnected.
- Studying international relations provides the tools to analyze events, understand policy-making, and comprehend global issues.
- The discipline of international relations originated from the study of law, philosophy, or history, with the first university chair established in 1919.
- There is no single accepted definition or understanding of international relations.
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Learn about the concept of nationalism, its impact on international affairs, and the differences between nations, states, and countries.
