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Explaining the French Revolution

History 102 with WhatifAltHist's Rudyard Lynch and Austin Padgett

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Nationalism and Revolution: The French Transformation

This chapter explores the profound influence of nationalism during the French Revolution, highlighting the shift to meritocracy in the military and the rise of total war as a societal obligation. It discusses the revolution's long-term effects on Europe, including the emergence of Napoleon and the consolidation of identity among independent states, which paved the way for modern nationalist movements. Additionally, the narrative examines political instability and identity in post-revolutionary France, contrasting it with contemporary political dynamics.

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