Films for the Humanities and Sciences - Between Empire and Nation

Between Empire and Nation

This program examines the liberal forces at work in the 19th century, the conservative policies of the Hapsburg rulers, and the inevitable results of this conflict. It shows how demands for greater freedom, combined with Metternich’s resignation, eventually resulted in greater oppression. In examining the revolution of 1848, the program shows the resulting policy of security over liberty and preservation rather than renewal. The nation that emerged from this period remained the keystone of an empire—until the assassination in 1914 of the last Hapsburg heir triggered a world war. (53 minutes)

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Item#: MGH8395
Copyright date: ©1993

Part of the Series : The Hapsburgs


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