Global History—Thursday; November 20, 2008 Chapter 24 (Page ) “NATIONALISM SWEEPS THE WEST” Topic: -Nationalism; Congress of Vienna (page ) Aim Question: -How did the Congress of Vienna shape Europe into a Nationalistic continent in the middle 19 th century? Objective: -Understand what the Congress of Vienna was and where it was located -Analyze the different contributions the Congress had on the post-Napoleon Europe (and the rest of the world!) Agenda: -Attendance -Announcements; no more accepted, marking period is over, week at a glance, -Review Nationalism -Begin Congress of Vienna notes

Review What are the five elements of Nationalism that exist in ALL Nations (or Nation-States)? Language Culture History Religion Territory

~Congress of Vienna 1815~ (PAGE ) After the fall of Napoleon, all of the European land that was once dominated by France had a meeting in Vienna. Who were these countries? - Spain - Grand-Duchy of Warsaw (Poland) - All of Prussia or Germany (many tiny Kingdoms) - Both Italian Kingdoms, North & South (modern day Italy)

Napoleon’s Conquered Territory

~Congress of Vienna 1815~ What meeting about: European leaders were looking establish long-lasting peace and stability after Napoleon. Goal for a NEW European order

But first where is Vienna?

Who were the major players? King Frederick William III Prussia

Major Players Czar Nicholas I Russia

AND THE MAJOR PLAYER Prince von Metternich Austria He was the Foreign Minster ( like Condoleezza Rice )

About Metternich Distrusted Democracy and hated French Revolution Was a radical conservative; wanted to restore old Monarchs across Europe Wanted to prevent future European Wars

~Balance of Power~ Congress Actions Restore King Louis’s little brother to the throne of France: King Louis XVIII Returned King to Spain Hapsburg royal family to rule Italy Prussia Broken into original Kingdoms before Napoleon

Map of Metternich’s new Europe

Conservative Europe is Established All Kingdoms were fearful of French Revolution “Concert of Europe”: series of alliance drawn up by Metternich; non-war pacts between the Kings.

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