Question

Metternich once remarked " when frances sneezes the rest of the Europe catches cold" . Discuss this statement in reference to the july revolution of 1830.

Answer 1

Answer: During the 'Age of Revolution', the first insurrection took place in France in July 1830. The Bourbon dynasty, restored during the conservative reaction after 1815, was overthrown by liberal revolutionaries. ... Hence Metternich said 'When France sneezes, the rest of Europe catches cold'.