What role did the Franco-Prussian War play in giving final shape to German unification?
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Correct answer: It linked German nationalism with a final military victory
The Franco-Prussian War of 1870–71 created a powerful external conflict that encouraged the southern German states to support Prussia. Prussia’s victory over France strengthened German nationalism and enabled the proclamation of the German Empire at Versailles in 1871. Therefore option A is correct. The other options contradict the outcome: Germany was not colonised, and the war did not create Young Italy or annex Italy.
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It linked German nationalism with a final military victory
Why is this the correct answer?
The Franco-Prussian War of 1870–71 created a powerful external conflict that encouraged the southern German states to support Prussia. Prussia’s victory over France strengthened German nationalism and enabled the proclamation of the German Empire at Versailles in 1871. Therefore option A is correct. The other options contradict the outcome: Germany was not colonised, and the war did not create Young Italy or annex Italy.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Social Science question. Chapter: The Age of Industrialisation. Topic: The Making of Germany and Italy.
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