The Forgotten Revolution.
Published In: Foreign Policy, 2024, n. 252. P. 81 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Berman, Sheri 3 of 3
Abstract
The article discusses the significance of the year 1848 in European history, which is often overlooked compared to other revolutionary periods. The author argues that understanding why some periods of crisis lead to change while others do not is crucial. The economic development and uneven distribution of benefits, along with cross-class discontent and growing nationalism, set the stage for revolution in 1848. However, the weakness of opposition movements, divisions within them, and nationalist disputes ultimately led to the failure of the revolution. Despite this, some reforms were instituted, such as the abolition of serfdom, which gradually transformed Europe and set the stage for future political and social changes. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Foreign Policy. 2024/04, Issue 252, p81
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
- Publication Date:2024
- ISSN:0015-7228
- Accession Number:176350799
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