Ch 24: McDougal Littell World History Chapter 24: Nationalists Revolutions Sweep the West
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Chapter Topics
You'll learn all of the history topics covered in the textbook chapter, including:
- Revolutions and movements in Latin America
- European revolutions between 1815 and 1832
- The 1848 French Revolution
- Causes and effects of revolutions in central Europe
- The unification of Italy and Germany
- Creation of Austria-Hungary
- Tsar Alexander II's reforms
- 19th century culture and arts
- The literary realism movement
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1. Independence Movements in Latin America: Examples & Impact
In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, independence movements arose in Latin America and in the Caribbean. Explore examples and impacts of the rebellions, including the revolt of the enslaved people of Haiti, and the revolution inspired by a Catholic priest in Mexico.

2. European Revolutions and Revolts from 1815-1832
After the Napoleonic Empire fell, the powers of Europe faced a period of unrest between 1815-1832. Learn about the Congress of Vienna and then explore the revolts and revolutions in Spain, Italy, Russia, and France.

3. The French Revolution of 1848: History, Causes & Events
The French Revolution of 1848 has an important history, with some causes that are essential to understand. In this lesson, look at the background of this revolution, followed by some important events in this revolution, including the king's exile, June Days, and Napoleon Bonaparte's emperorship.

4. Central European Revolutions of 1848: History, Causes & Effects
The mid-1800s saw several revolutions in Central Europe. In this lesson, the reader will explore the causes and effects of the revolutions in France, Prussia and Germany, the Austrian Empire, and Italy in 1848.

5. The Unification of Italy: Summary, Timeline & Leaders
The unification of Italy was accomplished in the late 19th century due in large part to the work of stateman Camillo Benso di Cavour and a rise in nationalism. Learn the summary, timeline, and significant leaders of the unification of Italy.

6. The Unification of Germany: Summary, Timeline & Events
The 19th century unification of Germany was achieved through the effective statecraft of Chancellor Otto von Bismarck and rising German nationalism. Learn about the summary, timeline, and significant events which led to the unification of Germany.

7. Creation of the Dual Monarchy of Austria-Hungary: History & Impact
The dual monarchy of Austria-Hungary was created due to compromises made between the two states, one of which included Hungary's independence. Study the history of the creation of Austria-Hungary, the 'Ausgleich,' and the impact of this creation.

8. Reforms in Russia Under Tsar Alexander II: Examples & Impact
Reforms in Russia under Tsar Alexander II contributed to the modernization of the country. Explore examples of these reforms and their impacts, and learn about important events during his reign, including the Crimean War and his assassination.

9. 19th Century Arts: Romanticism, Music, and Art
The art, music, and culture of the 19th century were shaped by the literature trends of the Romantic Movement. Explore these trends and how they led to several significant shifts in art and music, including a growing audience base for music and the advent of Impressionism.

10. The Literary Realism Movement: A Response to Romanticism
Literary Realism was a style and type of writing from 1865 to 1910 that emerged as a response to (and rejection of) Romanticism. Learn more about: the changes in the U.S. that led to the growth of Realism; important authors of the time including Mark Twain, Rebecca Harding Davis, and Henry James; and an aspect of Realism known as Regionalism.
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Other Chapters
Other chapters within the McDougal Littell World History: Online Textbook Help course
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 1: The Peopling of the World, Prehistory-2500 B.C.
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 2: Early River Valley Civilizations, 3500 B.C.-450 B.C.
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 3: People and Ideas on the Move, 2000 B.C.-250 B.C.
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 4: First Age of Empires, 1570 B.C.-200 B.C.
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 5: Classical Greece, 2000 B.C.-300 B.C.
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 6: Ancient Rome and Early Christianity, 500 B.C.-A.D. 501
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 7: India and China Establish Empires, 400 B.C.-A.D. 551
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 8: African Civilizations, 1500 B.C.-A.D. 701
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 9: The Americas: A Separate World, 40,000 B.C.-A.D. 701
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 10: The Muslim World, 600-1251
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 11: Byzantines, Russians, and Turks Interact, 500-1501
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 12: Empires in East Asia, 600-1351
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 13: European Middle Ages
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 14: The Formation of Western Europe
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 15: Societies and Empires of Africa
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 16: People and Empires in the Americas
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 17: European Renaissance and Reformation
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 18: The Muslim World Expands
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 19: An Age of Explorations and Isolations
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 20: The Atlantic World
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 21: Absolute Monarchs in Europe
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 22: Enlightenment and Revolutions
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 23: The French Revolution and Napoleon
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 25: The Industrial Revolution
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 26: An Age of Democracy and Progress
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 27: The Age of Imperialism
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 28: Transformations Around the Globe
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 29: The Great War
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 30: Asian Revolutions and Nationalism
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 31: Years of World Crisis
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 32: World War Two
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 33: Restructuring the Postwar World
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 34: The Colonies Become New Nations
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 35: Struggles for Democracy
- McDougal Littell World History Chapter 36: Global Independence