Lesson 18 of 84 · Nationalism
⭐ 30 XPnationalism: Lesson 18
In the 19th century, the concept of nationalism began to take hold in Europe, radically altering political landscapes.
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In the 19th century, the concept of nationalism began to take hold in Europe, radically altering political landscapes. Nationalism is the belief that a group of people sharing a common culture, language, and history should govern themselves. It led to the unification of countries like Italy and Germany, where fragmented states came together under a shared national identity. However, nationalism also sparked conflicts, as different ethnic groups sought independence from empires, leading to tensions that would shape future conflicts.
Key Facts
The unification of Italy was largely achieved through the efforts of leaders like Giuseppe Garibaldi and Count Cavour.
Germany was unified under the leadership of Otto von Bismarck in the late 19th century.
Nationalism contributed to the decline of empires such as the Austro-Hungarian and Ottoman Empires.
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1 of 2What was a major outcome of 19th-century nationalism in Europe?
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