The Rise of Nationalism in Europe
Explore the sweeping changes that nationalism brought to the political and mental world of Europe in the nineteenth century.
Introduction to Nationalism
In 1848, Frédéric Sorrieu, a French artist, prepared a series of four prints visualising his dream of a world made up of 'democratic and social Republics', as he called them. The first print of the series, shows the peoples of Europe and America – men and women of all ages and social classes – marching in a long train, and offering homage to the statue of Liberty as they pass by it.
Artists of the time of the French Revolution personified Liberty as a female figure – here you can recognise the torch of Enlightenment she bears in one hand and the Charter of the Rights of Man in the other. On the earth in the foreground of the image lie the shattered remains of the symbols of absolutist institutions.
Course Overview
French Revolution
Explore how the French Revolution introduced the idea of the nation and nationalism to Europe.
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Making of Nationalism
Understand how nationalism emerged in Europe and the role of different social classes.
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Age of Revolutions
Learn about the revolutionary movements of 1830-1848 and their connection to nationalism.
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Nationalism & Imperialism
Examine the relationship between nationalism and imperialism in late 19th century Europe.
Explore"A nation is the culmination of a long past of endeavours, sacrifice and devotion. A heroic past, great men, glory, that is the social capital upon which one bases a national idea. To have common glories in the past, to have a common will in the present, to have performed great deeds together, to wish to perform still more, these are the essential conditions of being a people."
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Explore the fascinating history of nationalism in Europe through interactive lessons, maps, timelines, and more.