Otto Von Bismarck and German Unification

German/Italian Unification

Multiple Choice

What does the term self-determination mean?

• The belief that each individual should have a choice for their lives.

• The belief that each culture should be in control of their own country and political system.

• The belief the king/or leader should determine the system of government.

• The belief that the people should determine the way of the country.

The red line shows the boarders of the German Confederation.

Open Ended

Prussia was regarded as the Sparta of Germany. What do you think that means?

Otto in his Pickel Haupt

Realpolitik

Otto von Bismarck adhered to the idea of Realpolitik: A system of political ideas based on their practical uses rather than a moral or ideological consideration.

The Italian States

Each one was considered either a separate kingdom, or territory to another European country.

Mazzini-"The Soul", Cavour- "The Brain", Garibaldi- "The Sword"