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Which leader was exploited to bring the unification of both Italy and Germany?

Emperor Napoleon the IIIrd, of France. Sent troops in Italy to support the Piemont-sponsored unification war of Giuseppe Garibaldi (in exchange for land): famous battle of Magenta and Solferino. He was also the "common foe" against which Germany was united under Bismarck. Bismarck's Prussia has rallied the northern german states into an alliance but southern catholic states (Bavaria, Wurtemberg) were reluctant to join. War against an old ennemy (remember Napoleon I, Iena Battle...) and the glory of the victorious Wilhem II convinced the last german princes to join the german empire.


Who were the major Central powers World War I?

The major Central Powers in World War 1 were: # The German Empire # The Austro-Hungarian Empire # The Ottoman Empire (Turkish Empire) The other member of this alliance was the Kingdom of Bulgaria.


How do you make an alliance with someone on goodgame empire?

Its very easy, There are two options; wether to make an alliance or join one. 1. If you want to join one with a specific player just go on the world map and find the players castle. Then click on the castle and press on castle info. When you are on a page that tells about the lord of the castles info find options like alliances and select it then it says about their alliance and at the bottom of that page it shows a question mark to join. But if that player doesn't have an alliance you can go on your options and messages menu to the left hand side of the screen and press on alliances. When on alliances make your own alliance and follow the steps then ask/invite you friends or people you want to join your alliance. This is if none of you have an alliance then you make one or your partner/friend. AFTER YOU DO MAKE YOUR FRIEND AND YOU IMPORVE YOUR EMPIRE AND RULE THE WHOLE WORLD! If you want to make an alliance make sure to message me cause i have a big empire and im pretty good. you can message me by clicking on my castle and pressing on info and message me i am "Dark Empire"


What was germany referred to as in ww1?

During World War I, Germany was commonly referred to as the "German Empire" or "Kaiserreich," reflecting its status as an empire under the rule of Kaiser Wilhelm II. Additionally, it was often referred to simply as "Germany" or the "Central Powers" in the context of its alliance with Austria-Hungary, the Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria against the Allies. The term "Huns" was also used derogatorily by some in reference to German soldiers.


What events led to the start of the Thirty Years' War?

By early modern times, as the French philosopher Voltaire later observed, the Holy Roman Empire was neither holy, nor Roman, nor an empire. Instead, by the seventeenth century it had become a patchwork of several hundred small, separate states. In theory, these states were ruled by the Holy Roman emperor, who was chosen by seven leading German princes called electors. In practice, the emperor had little power over the many rival princes. This power vacuum contributed to the outbreak of the Thirty Years' War. Religion further divided the German states. The north had become largely Protestant, while the south remained Catholic.

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Why did the holy roam emperor go to war against protestant German princes?

The Holy Roman Emperor, Charles V, went to war against Protestant German princes primarily to maintain religious unity and authority within his empire. The rise of Protestantism threatened the Catholic Church's influence and undermined the emperor's power. In 1546, he launched the Schmalkaldic War to suppress the Protestant League, seeking to reassert Catholic dominance and enforce the Edict of Worms, which condemned Martin Luther and his teachings. Ultimately, the conflict highlighted the deep religious and political divisions within the empire.


Why were the protestant and catholic countries fighting in Germany?

Over the question of religion and who gets to decide the belief system. The Vatican, thought that the losses of churches and more importantly church land was more or less illegal so they pressured catholic princes and leaders of the fracturing holy roman empire to wage war against the protestants


What was the role the Delian League in the creation of the Athenian empire?

it was the name of the alliance against the Persians purple pie


How did German princes help the cause of martin Luther?

German princes played a crucial role in supporting Martin Luther's cause by providing him protection and political backing against the Catholic Church and the Holy Roman Empire. Many princes, particularly in the northern regions, were sympathetic to Luther's ideas and saw an opportunity to gain autonomy from the Church and increase their own power. By officially endorsing Lutheranism, these princes not only protected Luther but also established Protestantism as a legitimate religious movement, leading to the eventual fragmentation of the Catholic Church's influence in Germany. Their support helped spread Reformation ideas and facilitated the establishment of Lutheran state churches.


What are the causes of the Schmalkaldic wars?

The Schmalkaldic Wars were primarily fueled by religious tensions stemming from the Protestant Reformation, particularly the rise of Lutheranism. The Schmalkaldic League, formed by Protestant princes, sought to defend their rights and beliefs against the Catholic Emperor Charles V, who aimed to restore Catholic unity in the Holy Roman Empire. Political and territorial ambitions also played a role, as both sides sought to expand their influence. Ultimately, the wars highlighted the deep divisions within the empire between Protestant and Catholic states.


Why is a part of the Christian church called Protestant?

Many people assume that Protestants are called Protestant simply because they are somehow protesting against the Catholic Church. That's almost historically correct, but not completely. In 1529, The Diet of Speyer reaffirmed an earlier decision of the Diet of Worms in 1521. Both decisions banned Martin Luther's 95 Theses within the Holy Roman Empire. In 152T9, the Lutheran Princes within the Empire wrote a public Letter of Protest against this decision, and this group of Lutheran Princes became known as Protestants. In time, the term Protestant was extended from the protesting Princes to include the religious reformers, such as Luther, Calvin and Zwingli. Still later, the term Protestant came to include anyone who believes in Jesus Christ, but who does not worship within the Roman Catholic Church, or within the Eastern Orthodox Churches.


What was the role of the Delian League in the creation of Athenian empire?

it was the name of the alliance against the Persians purple pie


Which describes a result of the thirty year war?

German princes gained independence.


How were the goals of Charles and the Holy Roman Empire at odds with the desires of the Lutheran princes?

Charles V, as Holy Roman Emperor, aimed to maintain Catholic unity and suppress the Protestant Reformation, which threatened the religious and political cohesion of his empire. In contrast, the Lutheran princes sought to promote their reformist beliefs and gain greater autonomy from imperial authority and the Catholic Church. Their desire for religious reform and self-governance directly conflicted with Charles's goal of reinforcing Catholic orthodoxy and maintaining his control over the diverse territories of the empire. This fundamental clash of interests ultimately led to significant political and religious turmoil during the Reformation.


What was the Germany Austria Hungary ottoman empire alliance called?

The CENTRAL POWERS is the term used for the alliance between the German Empire, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire.


What is prince in Latin?

princeps (this literally means emperor - there were no princes in the roman empire!)


What were the consequenses of the Persian Wars?

Afterwards, Athens converted the alliance it had led in the latter stages into an empire of its own, and used and misused those resources, leading to the peloponnesian War against the alliance led by Sparta, which devastated the Greek world.