Revolutions of 1848

1. Revolution of 1848 in German and central Europe lands

1.1. Many European nations fought for their independence

1.2. Germany eventually changed to a single parliament

2. Widespread Chaos creates Dynastic/Governmental Authority

2.1. Some people wanted to return to tradition authority

2.2. Many thought that an Emperor would be better than a democracy

2.3. Some liberal elements join conservative elements

3. French Revolution of 1848

3.1. Prince Metternich sought to restablish order in France

3.2. Influenced by Napoleonic turmoils

4. Italian Revolution of 1848

4.1. Liberal papacy in 1846 allows Italian nation aspiration

4.2. Took place in the Italian Peninsula

4.3. Metternich saw Austrian influence as a diplomatic victory