Revolutions of 1830-1831
At a glance:
- Series: Magill’s Guide to Military History
- Categories: Government and Politics, Military History
- Subcategories: Kings, Queens, Kingdoms, Monarchy, Wars, Battles, Revolutions, Rebellions, Uprisings, Riots
- Curriculum: 19th Century European History, French History, Eastern European History, Russian/Former Soviet States History
- Geographical Location: Poland, France, Belgium
- Date: July 26, 1830-September 8, 1831
Article abstract: At issue: Constitutional form of government. Result: Dynasty changed in France; Belgium became independent from Holland; Poland reverted to total control by Russians.
Background
A rising tide of liberal thought and activism challenged the conservative reconstruction of Europe adopted at the Congress of Vienna in 1815. Revolutionary tendencies emanating from France were still feared by the other governments of Europe, but they made some effort to accommodate popular demands. Although unrest spread from France, where it began on July 26,...
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