Question

explain the unification of germany?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Unification of Germany: The newly emerged middle class in Germany in 1848 tried to unite several German kingdoms which were suppressed by monarchies and large landowners into one nation state governed by an elected body. Prussia, a German kingdom, took the leadership in uniting various German states.

Answer 2

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The 'Nation State Biulding' process in Germany came about through the following ways :

• After 1848, nationalism in Europe moved away from its association with democracy and revolution.

• Nationalist sentiments were often mobilized by conservatives for promoting state power and achieving political dominance over Europe.

• Nationalist sentiments were widespread among middle-class Germans in 19th century.

• In 1848, they tried to unite the different regions of the German confederation into a nation-state governed by an elected parliament.

• This liberal initiative to nation-biulding was repressed by the combined forces of the monarchy and the military, supported by the large landowners (called Junkers) of Prussia.

• Prussia took on the leadership of Otto von Bismarck, who became the architect of this process.

• Three wars over seven years – with Austria, Denmark and France – ended in Prussian victory and completed the process of unification.

• In January 1871, the Prussian king, William I, was proclaimed German Emperor.