atlantic revolutions - results
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Stable new government (based on the Enlightenment) under the Constitution created the best representative democracy EVER. (Remember, history is all about interpretation!)
Economic freedom continued
Relative social equality continued (for white men)
Separation of religion and government became law
the French government changed frequently from Republic to Monarchy, (with periods of violence and civil war) while many of the revolutionary ideals and laws remained
Social classes became less rigid Roman Catholic Church lost power Napoleon spread revolutionary ideas
and nationalism through conquest.
Successful Slave Revolt (in other regions - inspired slaves, made owners afraid) led to political and social transformation
Military dictatorships were often corrupt, unstable, and unfair
Economic decline – plantation agriculture ended, other nations halt trade, few resources remained
African religions like Vodun influence culture
Regional conflicts split Central & South America into rival nation-states.
Social and political tensions remained between elites, reformers, the military, lower classes, natives, and slaves
Economic dependence on Western European economy.
Roman Catholicism remained important
What were the biggest CHANGES in the societies of FRANCE, HAITI, and LATIN AMERICA from 1700 to 1850?
What were the CONTINUTIES in the societies of FRANCE, HAITI, and LATIN AMERICA from 1700 to 1850?
(SOCIETY includes characteristics of social class and culture)
What were the biggest CHANGES in the North American colonies as a result of the American Revolution?
(Social, Political, Culture, Economy)
What were the main CONTINUITIES in North America from 1650 ce to 1800 ce?
(Social, Political, Culture, Economy)