reasons for the growth of nationalism cultural factors
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Shared language
One of the main reasons for the
creation of the German Confederation was that
it united 25 million people who spoke the same language under
one organisation.
German writers
Many German writers and musicians began to
believe in the idea of a united Germany, rather than separate states.
They wrote stories and music which were widely
read and listened to across Germany.
Famous examples
Beethoven was a famous composer, well known for his emotional music that inspired many Germans.
The Brothers Grimm also told stories which
suggested Germans playing a heroic role.
Arguments for
Music and books were popular across the Bund, so they encouraged many people to think about a Greater Germany. This
helped inspire a belief in German greatness
amongst many people.
Arguments against
Many writers and musicians did not set out to promote
German nationalism, it was simply how their work was
interpreted.
Also, not everyone in Germany could read or had access to classical music.