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summed version of German revolution and independence

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summed version of German revolution and independence

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this video talks about the unification of Germany and how Otto von Bismarck regained independence. German unification was achieved in 1871, started by a duo of nationalism and the strategic leadership by Otto von Bismarck. After a series of wars including the Austro Prussian War and the Franco-Prussian War Bismarck unified the large amount of German states under Prussian leadership. And the unification process culminated in the proclamation of the German empire. This new empire marked the beginning of Germany as a major European power significantly changing the political land. The unification also learned a sense of national identity with Germans setting the playing field for future conflicts in Europe.

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Otto von Bismarck served as a very important person in the unification and independence of Germany in the 19th century. Born on April 1, 1815, in Prussia, he originally took place as a diplomat before turning towards the Prime Minister of Prussia back in 1862. Bismarck is known for his realpolitik approach using strategic alliances and wars to achieve his goals. He successfully brought back the German states back towards Prussian leadership through they had issues with Denmark Austria and France. After being Germany's first Chancellor from 1871 to 1890, he left a great legacy behind to European politics and diplomacy.

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summed version of Brazilian independence

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summed version of Brazilian independence

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Brazilian unification resembles the process that led to the formation of the modern nationality of Brazil in the early 19th century. It started when the arrival of the Portuguese royal family in 1808 running from Napoleon's invasion in Portugal which changed the political center to Brazil. In 1822, Dom Pedro I declared Brazil's independence from Portugal, leading to the places of the Empire of Brazil. The unification is further solidified by the abolition of regional factions and the incorporation of various territories into a cohesive national identity. This process laid the work for Brazil's development as a unified and independent nation, ultimately culminating in the change to a republic in 1889.

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Brazilian Independence | 3 Minute History

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Haiti declared its independence from France on January 1 1804 following the Haiti revolution which started in 1791 with the fight against slavery. started by leaders like Toussaint Louverture and Jean-Jacques Dessalines enslaved Africans fought successfully against French colonial forces. Haiti was first independent nation in Latin America and the Caribbean and it was the first black-led republic. The new nation was faced with significant challenges including economic hardships and international isolation. An indemnity imposed by France in 1825.

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Haitian Revolutions: Crash Course World History #30

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Pedro I of Brazil had a crucial role in Brazil's independence from Portugal. In 1822 while serving as the Prince Regent, he refused to return to Portugal when ordered, instead declaring Brazil's independence on September 7 of that year. Pedro then became the first Emperor of Brazil, establishing a constitutional monarchy. His leadership helped ensure a relatively peaceful transition to independence, avoiding the extensive conflict seen in other Latin American countries.

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Toussaint Louverture was a key leader of the Haitian Revolution fighting against slavery and French colonial rule in Haiti. Born into slavery around 1743 he became a free man and later emerged as a skilled military and political leader He unified multipul factions during the revolt and governed Haiti from 1801 implementing progressive reforms. In 1802 Louverture was captured by French forces and died in prison a year later. His legacy as a symbol of resistance and the struggle for freedom remains influential in Haitian history and beyond.

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Dominique Toussaint Louverture (1743-1803), after 1832, Watercolor on ivory, New-York Historical Society, Purchase, The Louis Durr Fund, 1956