RUSSIAN REVOLUTION
MAJOR EVENTS IN PRE REVOLUTION RUSSIA
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were bitter about their 1871 defeat in the Franco-Prussian war.
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were proud of their new empire’s military power and industrial leadership.
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believed that they were the leaders of all Slavic people.
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were growing less and less interested in acquiring overseas colonies.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Nationalism led to this situation because it was responsible for pushing countries to expand their influence in Europe. This caused tensions between the major powers of Europe. For example, there was an intense arms race and naval race between several European nations in the buildup to World War I.
Detailed explanation-2: -Answer and Explanation: After the French Revolution, but especially with the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte, French nationalism increased tensions throughout Europe, because the other European powers felt threatened by Napoleon and his ideals–chiefly, his dreams of expanding French control.
Detailed explanation-3: -Military over-confidence Nationalism was closely linked to militarism. It fostered delusions about the relative military strength of European nations. Many living in the Great Powers considered their nations to be militarily superior and better equipped to win a future war in Europe.
Detailed explanation-4: -By the early 1900s, many efforts were underway to end war and foster understanding between nations. Aggressive nationalism was one leading cause of international tensions. Nationalist feelings were strong in both Germany and France.