Italian and German Unification: Crash Course European History

The video explores the formation of modern European nation-states, focusing on Italy and Germany. It discusses the roles of key figures like Napoleon III, Cavour, Garibaldi, and Bismarck in nation-building. The concept of realpolitik and Bismarck's strategies, including negative integration, are highlighted. The video emphasizes the constructed nature of nations and the impact of historical events on national identities.

What were the main characteristics of the European nation-states during the first half of the 19th century?

How did Napoleon III contribute to the modernization of France?

What role did Camillo Di Cavour play in the unification of Italy?

Explain the concept of realpolitik as expressed by Otto Von Bismarck.

How did Bismarck's policies shape the future of Germany and its relationship with other European powers?

What were the main outcomes of the Austro-Prussian War?

What were the implications of Bismarck's manipulation of media during the Luxembourg crisis?

Discuss the significance of the Kulturkampf policies implemented by Bismarck.

How did Bismarck's approach to social welfare differ from his negative integration policies?

In what ways did the unification of Germany reflect the broader trends in European nationalism?