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The Rise of Nationalism in Europe
How were the reaction of the local population against the administrative changes introduced by Napoleon?
The reaction of the local population against the administrative changes introduced by Napoleon were mixed.
(i) In many places such as Holland and Switzerland, as well as in certain cities like Brussels, Mainz, Milan and Warsaw, the French armies were welcome as harbingers of liberty.
(ii)But the initial enthusiasm soon turned to hostility, as it became clear that the new administrative arrangements did not go hand in hand with political freedom.
(ii) Increased taxation, censorship, forced conscription into the French armies required to conquer the rest of Europe, all seemed to outweight the advantages of the administrative changes.
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What changes did Napoleon introduce to make the administrative system more efficient in the territories ruled by him?
Explain what is meant by the 1848 revolution of the liberals. What were the political, social and economic ideas supported by the liberals?
Choose three examples to show the contribution of culture to the growth of nationalism in Europe.
Through a focus on any two countries, explain how nations developed over the nineteenth century.
How was the history of nationalism in Britain unlike the rest of Europe?
Why did nationalist tension emerge in the Balkans?
When were Napoleonic Code introduced?
Greek struggle for Independence began in
Who was Frederic Sorrieu?
Who hosted Congress of Vienna?
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