Asked by Madison Mancuso on May 26, 2024
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Why were liberal uprisings during the 1820s in Spain and Russia unsuccessful?
Liberal Uprisings
Movements or revolts aimed at establishing more liberal governments and societies, often associated with the push for democracy, freedom of speech, and the end of autocratic rule.
1820s
Refers to the decade spanning the years 1820 to 1829, characterized by significant political, social, and cultural developments worldwide.
Spain and Russia
A reference that may imply a comparison, relationship, or historical context involving both Spain and Russia, two significant European countries with distinct histories.
- Examine the elements contributing to the unsuccessful outcomes of liberal revolts and the difficulties faced in applying liberal and nationalist principles across different European settings.
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BreNae WilliamsJun 02, 2024
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A strong answer would include
-a discussion of the fact that,in the case of Spain,the vast majority of the people were uneducated and oppressed peasants,who obeyed the teachings of their parish priests while remaining loyal to the regime.
-a discussion of Spain's small reading public (most people were illiterate),who could not spread or embrace liberal ideas as the newspapers available did not report news or ideas not approved by the regime.
-an explanation of how a French army,with the support of Russia,Prussia,and Austria,invaded Spain,defeated the rebels,and reestablished the old order.
-an acknowledgement that,in the case of Russia,the rebels were not that well organized and,in addition,strong and swift action by the energetic new Emperor Nicholas I ended the revolt.Following the suppression of the Decembrist revolt,Nicholas I punished the ringleaders with execution.
-an explanation of the fact that Nicholas I reorganized the educational system;only the information that the regime wanted (such as the Official Nationality)became part of the curriculum.
-a discussion of the fact that,in the case of Spain,the vast majority of the people were uneducated and oppressed peasants,who obeyed the teachings of their parish priests while remaining loyal to the regime.
-a discussion of Spain's small reading public (most people were illiterate),who could not spread or embrace liberal ideas as the newspapers available did not report news or ideas not approved by the regime.
-an explanation of how a French army,with the support of Russia,Prussia,and Austria,invaded Spain,defeated the rebels,and reestablished the old order.
-an acknowledgement that,in the case of Russia,the rebels were not that well organized and,in addition,strong and swift action by the energetic new Emperor Nicholas I ended the revolt.Following the suppression of the Decembrist revolt,Nicholas I punished the ringleaders with execution.
-an explanation of the fact that Nicholas I reorganized the educational system;only the information that the regime wanted (such as the Official Nationality)became part of the curriculum.
Learning Objectives
- Examine the elements contributing to the unsuccessful outcomes of liberal revolts and the difficulties faced in applying liberal and nationalist principles across different European settings.