• Bismarck and the Foundation of the German Empire by James Headlam-Morley (1863 - 1929)

  • By: Mentor New York
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Bismarck and the Foundation of the German Empire by James Headlam-Morley (1863 - 1929)

By: Mentor New York
  • Summary

  • "It is hard to be an Emperor under such a Chancellor." lamented Wilhelm I, the first emperor of the German Empire. Otto von Bismarck is probably the most fascinating or the most boring statesman throughout German history depending on one's perspective. He led 3 victorious wars (against Denmark, Austria and France) and achieved unification of Germany. However, he tried very hard to avoid unnecessary wars. His vision of European political system led to more than 40 years' peace and prosperity of Europe or to World War I, also depending on one's perspective. - Summary by SS Kim
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Episodes
  • Chapter 17. Retirement and Death, 1887-1898, Part 2
    25 mins
  • Chapter 17. Retirement and Death, 1887-1898, Part 1
    22 mins
  • Chapter 16. The Triple Alliance and Economic Reform, 1878-1887, Part 2
    34 mins

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