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German Unification. Otto von Bismarck -1862. Read “ Iron and Blood ” on pg. 168 in Sherman 1. What does Bismarck mean by “ Prussian liberalism? ” Where did the liberal ideas come from? (i.e. what is happening in Prussia politically that would cause him to make such a claim?)
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Otto von Bismarck -1862 • Read “Iron and Blood” on pg. 168 in Sherman • 1. What does Bismarck mean by “Prussian liberalism?” Where did the liberal ideas come from? (i.e. what is happening in Prussia politically that would cause him to make such a claim?) • 2. Why would it not be wise to assign states to Prussia that embody liberal ideas? • According to Bismarck, how will Prussia stay unified and strong?
The Germanic States, 1860 • Economic Development? • Political Status? • Political Disruptions?
The Architect – Otto Von Bismarck (1815-1898) • Prussian Junker • Appointed under Prime Minister of Prussia in 1862 under William I (r. 1861-1888) • Wants him to rid the liberal influence • Very conservative • Goal is to expand Prussian influence • Ideas: Realpolitick and Blood and Iron
Steps Towards Unification • 1. Austro-Prussian War, 1866 • Peace Treaty • Look of Germany now
2. Obtaining Power • New Constitution
3. The Franco-Prussian War, 1860-1870 • France is goaded into war • Bismarck wins the support of Southern Germany • Battle of Sedan, 1870 – Napoleon III is conquered • 1871- France surrendered • Terms of Treaty
Developments 1870-1914 • “New Conservatism” • Imperialism • Weapons • Economic Development