WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Although Bismarck was an outstanding diplomat, the phrase “blood and iron” has become a popular description of his foreign policy partly because he did on occasion resort to war to further the unification of Germany and the expansion of its continental power. Therefore, he became known as “the iron chancellor."

Detailed explanation-2: -The policy of ‘blood and iron’ implied being ruthless to the enemies, use of sword, harshness and strictness and shedding blood. The policy employed method of violent terrorism against enemies. He suppressed many internal revolts and protected the Sultanate from external invasions.

Detailed explanation-3: -Bismarck had three foremost goals as Germany’s chancellor: To isolate France, to maintain peace between Russia and Austria-Hungary, and to keep away from being encircled diplomatically, which means to keep away from conflict.

Detailed explanation-4: -Although an arch-conservative, Bismarck introduced progressive reforms-including universal male suffrage and the establishment of the first welfare state-in order to achieve his goals.