Cornell Notes: Cornell Notes: World History: Unit 7: Nationalism/Imperialism Your Reaction: Questions, Explanations, Ideas Notes from PowerPoint Summary of Lecture:
Nationalism
What is Nationalism? ◦ Definition- “a powerful force characterized by strong feelings of pride in and devotion to one’s nation. It gives people a sense of identity beyond their family and local area.”
What is Nationalism? BUT… ◦ Not all people have a nation of their own. ◦ Some countries have many nationalities. SO… ◦ Nationalism can apply to a people who want their own country, or to be free from imperialism or outside rule.
How is this different from Patriotism? Patriotism involves: Loyalty and pride in one’s country BUT, less desire to force that way of life on others
Nationalism can lead to, or result from: 1.Revolution 1.Examples: American Revolution French Revolution Mexican Revolution
Nationalism can lead to or result from: ◦ Defense Britain in WWII US after 9/11
Nationalism can lead to or result from: ◦ Aggression Yugoslavia breakup Germany in WWII Imperialism
Discussion opportunities: ◦ How and where can we still see nationalism at work? ◦ What problems can you think of that nationalism can cause? ◦ What could be some good things that go along with nationalism?
How does this fit this unit? ◦ Last half of 1800s is the “Age of Nationalism” ◦ German Unification ◦ Meiji Restoration ◦ Italian Unification ◦ Nationalism can destroy as well as build (Ottoman Empire, Hapsburg Empire)
Turn in: Your storyboard (with YOUR name and what section you were) At least one Summary page for your group with all of the group names on it. If you DIDN’T finish: ◦ Keep your materials and finish at home ◦ You need to do the summary page yourself ◦ Turn both things in next class. ◦ DON’T FORGET YOUR NAME!!!!!!!!