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Congress of Vienna
In Vienna, a Congress of powerful European leaders met in order to resolve issues within Europe. The main organizer and leader within the group was Clemens von Metternich. The Congress sought to preserve their own power, suppress revolutionary ideas, contain France, and set up a lasting peace. -
Mexico Wins Independence
Mexico had been under rule of Spain. The Mexican people had been angry with the lack of rights for them, and finally Father Miguel Hidalgo opened up a voice for the people of Mexico and started a revolution. The Mexican people had battled for over ten years and finally received their independence in 1821 -
Belgium Wins Independence
Belgium had been under rule by the Dutch king since the Congress of Vienna in 1815. The Belgians had resented this arrangement because the Dutch and Belgians had different religions and languages. In 1830, a revolution was sparked to gain independence after hearing about the French Revolution. -
Europe's Last Major Food Crisis and Famine
This was one of the leading causes for rebellions in Europe during this time. The peasants and middle class were become furious because of the gap in wealth and materials between social classes. Overall, this famine fueled the middle classes demand for change and reform. -
French Revolution of 1848
This uprising was caused by discontent of the French people with their rights, money, and available food. Violence erupted during the "February Days" and there was major turmoil between the government and the common people. This revolution overall leads to the French Republic. -
February Days
An attempt by the government to silence critics and prevent meetings caused the people of Paris to crowd in the streets. This resulted in blockades on the streets, Luis Philippe was abdicated, and a new group of leaders proclaimed the Second French Republic. Deep differences continued to divide the government of France after this uprising. -
June Days
Upper and middle class leaders had won out the control of the government. Peasants attacked workers and created riots. At least 1,500 people were killed during this street uprising. -
Louis Napoleon is Elected President
A constitution for the Second Republic of France was written up by the National Assembly. French men could now elect a president of France. Louis Napoleon, who later took the title Napoleon III, was elected and established the Second Empire. -
Failed Revolutions
By 1850, most revolutions had been faded, and the end of the liberal age of revolution came to an end. Revolutions were typically not mass supported or funded which led to many defeats. Also, the government typically stomped out the uprisings with their military. -
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American Civil War
Eruptions between the North and South states in the United States of America had split the nation in two. The South wanted to keep slavery but the North wanted to outlaw it. This war was won by the North and led to the overall unification of the United States of America.
