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Cornell Notes:. 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…
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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: • Revolution • 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!!!!!!!!