German States Are Unified into German Empire
At a glance:
- Series: Chronology of European History
- Categories: Government and Politics, Economics, Geography
- Subcategories: Empires, Dynasties
- Curriculum: 19th Century European History, German History
- Geographical Location: France, Berlin
- Date: January 18, 1871
Article abstract: The German states are unified into the German empire, creating a strong military and economic entity in central Europe, altering the traditional European balance of power, and revolutionizing European trade and diplomacy.
Summary of Event
The rulers of the German states assembled in the Hall of Mirrors of the ancient palace of French kings at Versailles on January 18, 1871, for a momentous event. Otto von Bismarck, minister-president of Prussia, was about to proclaim the formation of the Second German Empire and his king, William of...
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