Papal States Essays

  • Why was Italy not unified after the Congress of Vienna (1815)?

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    defeated and the restoration of the old regime and monarchs was started, Italy again became a country divided into eleven independent states, excluding the tiny principalities and the Republic of San Marino. So Italy was not unified after the Congress of Vienna due to a number of reasons, such as the foreign influence of the Central European Powers, parochialism within the states, the lack of a common language and a strong economy coupled with the poor geography that separated Italy from itself and the rest

  • Mazzini's Ideas and Inspiration and Attitudes to Change in Italy in 1830s

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    Mazzini's Ideas and Inspiration and Attitudes to Change in Italy in 1830s Introduction Guisseppe Mazzini was born in piedmont in Genoa; was a son of a doctor and a professor. He was a depressive and physically frail. In the revolutions of 1820 he became a nationalist. He tried two occupational directions, Medicine but became bored and kept fainting as well as Law that didn't interest him. In 1827 he amalgamated (joined) the Carbonari but was disappointed. In 1830 he took part

  • The Extent to Which the Lack of Popular Support was the Main Reason for the Weakness of Italian Nationalism in the Period 1815-1848

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    1815-1848 Since the fall of the Roman Empire in the 6th century, Italy had been a divided nation. The French had divided it into 11 independent states and principalities prior to invasion in 1789. This meant that there was little communication between the states and their rulers. However, after the invasion of Italy by Napoleon the number of states was reduced and the French legal code was introduced which allowed improved communication and in turn a growth in the economy. This led to greater

  • Reasons for the failure of 1848- 1849 revolutions in Italy

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    defeats were resounding as the Piedmontese army had no chance against the might of the super power that was the Austrian army. The Piedmontese army met the forces of Marshal Radetsky at Custoza on the 25th July 1948 but had no support from the other states in Italy. The army were outnumbered and the rebellion was crushed. As a consequence the Piedmontese army lost not just authority but morale. The battle of Novara soon occurred and this resulted in yet another defeat for the Piedmontese army but this

  • Pope Alexander VI

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    span was part of the fourth age: a time of indifference. The fifth age, would be filled with the persecution of the Antichrist. Savonarola never lived to witness the day the Borgia Pope died; his death can be interpreted as the persecution of the papal Antichrist. This defeat would usher in the sixth age of renovation when pagans and other infidels would be converted to rejoice under the true faith. This one flock would then be able to rejoice in a millennium of heavenly peace. Both men, as different

  • The Vatican Museums

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    a statue of Apollo from his church of St. Peter in Chains, and placed it in the courtyard of the Belvedere Palace. In 1506, the Laocoon was added, and thus began what is now known as one of the greatest collections of artwork in the world[i]. The papal authority was one of the first to open their art collections to the public, thereby encouraging knowledge of art history and culture[ii]. The collections began with Pope Julius II; but, the museums as we now know them were begun under the patronage

  • The Extent to Which Austria was the Main Obstacle to the Unification of Italy in the Period 1815-1849

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    There were a range of obstacles in between progress to a unified state. These included the outright strength of foreign powers and in particular of Austria in suppressing revolution and thereafter its ability to recover quickly. Also the parochial nature of the society, the lack of a universally accepted leader, the failure to coordinate activity and the lack of popular support were all obstacles to a united Italian state in this period. However, the domination of the peninsula by Austria

  • Dante's Universal Monarchy

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    Moreover, for the full understanding of our analysis, it is really important to focus also on Dante 's political treaty titled 'de Monarchia ', which suggested the division of the temporal power from the spiritual one, whose theory was seen as extremely innovative for Dante 's time. In addition, Dante 's universal Monarchy became a very controversial topic during the Middle Ages, as he theorised that the Communes had the need to keep their own autonomy from Pope 's political interference. Dante

  • Describe the development of Italian nationalism during the years 1830-1848.

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    in 1815, the Congress of Vienna was held the same year under the control Foreign Minister Metternich's leadership. In this conference Austria was given control of the Italian states of Venetia and Lombardy, in compensation for her loss of Belgium. This led to the Germanisation and domination of Austria over the Italian states it had obtained. All schools were carefully censored, the press was rigidly controlled, and all this was supported by an efficient army of police spies. Without freedom of publication

  • Pio Nono and Modern Day Papacy

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    sees the separation of the papacy from the world’s political powers. His infallible decision on the Immaculate Conception made lasting church history, while another contribution to him is the opening of Vatican one which resulted in the definition of Papal Infallibility. After his return from exile to Rome in 1850 Pio Nono had strengthen his ultra conservative views, he projected his condemnation of the Roman republic onto liberalism and modern civilization. This resulted in him punishing revolutionaries

  • The Transformation of Roman Catholicism

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    Before I can first look at Kungs objections to the concept of an infallible church, I believe I need to establish what the Roman Catholic church meant by the concept of 'infallible' and thus the basis of Kungs arguments. The doctrine of papal infallibility is the impossibility of the church falling into error. It is believed to have begun with the council of Trent (960) and the First Vatican Council (1828), both of whom believed that the bishops are the successors of the apostles. Due

  • Olivier Messiaen Throughout The Holocaust

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    Tobias Wack Schiavone 1B 5/26/15 English 10 GT Olivier Messiaen Throughout the Holocaust(Research Paper) Olivier Messiaen is a famous composer and songwriter who lived through the despair and emptiness that was the holocaust. Although he wrote many pieces in various styles, he is most famous for a Quartet he wrote during his time as a German POW. His vast expertise in music, strong Catholic beliefs, and experiences as a POW in WWII allow him to convey his hardships and his appreciation for the

  • Pope Francis The life of Jorge Mario Bergoglio

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    Pope Francis who's full name is Jorge Mario Bergoglio is currently the 266th Pope of the Catholic Church. Bergoglio was born on December 17, 1936 to Mario Jose Bergoglio and Regina Maria Sivori. Francis was the first Pope that has ever been from the Americas, since his birthplace was Buenos Aires, Argentina, so this makes him the first non-European Pope in over one thousand years. In this Pope’s childhood he overcame a serious and almost fatal problem. Francis had to have a lung removed at a young

  • Analysis Of The Papal Encyclical, Laudato Si '

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    The Papal Encyclical, Laudato Si, establishes a comprehensive analysis of the current situation of our environment. Accordingly, Pope Francis did not fail to succinctly summarize the condition of our common home and even found it necessary to identify the probable causes of the recurring destruction and exploitation of the environment. Likewise, Pope Francis also conferred significant points with regard to the repercussions that came along with humanity’s liking for scientific and technological advancement

  • History of Religion in Communist Cuba

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    History of Religion in Communist Cuba Introduction: The evolution of religion in Cuba, after Castro’s insurrection in 1959, has included much suppression by its proclaimed atheist, communistic government. There are several reasons that account for why this suppression has occurred, coupled by a recent trend (beginning in the late 1980s) of a religious revival, and more importantly, a growing Christian population within Cuban society. This growing spirituality can be attributed to many aspects

  • Nationalism Paper

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    The congress of Vienna Established nine Italian states, thus Italy was not unified Giuseppe Mazzini started the nationalism movement in Italy. With his underground revolutionary group called young Italy he inspired the unification of Italy. Camillo Di Cavour became Prime Minister of The kingdom of Sardinia-piedmont

  • How Did Bismarck Lead To German Unification

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    would then continue to strengthen the economy through trade treaties, and reforms to the credit system. These changes were calculated in that other Italian states would see this and want to join Sardinia. But just the help of neighboring Italian states would allow for Cavour to push Austria out of northern Italy and allow for the Italian states to unify. Then in 1853, a conflict broke out in Europe. This conflict known as the Crimean War, was between Britain, France, and Turkey against Russia. Seeing

  • Discuss The Pros And Cons Of Government Regulations On Intermodal Transport

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    Like everything in life, government regulations has its’ pro and cons. It is important that the government have some type of regulation on intermodal transportation, because without regulations things tend to spiral out of control. Too much government regulations can also stifle growth and expansion of the industry. Government tends to regulate different aspects of the intermodal industry, like what modes of transportation should be most frequently used by the industry. Government also regulates

  • First In Math Research Paper

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    Should First in Math be brought back again for next year students of Baldi Middle School? The math program, First in Math, is heavily used throughout school districts, including the School District of Philadelphia. As the years have gone by, Baldi has dropped other things to keep this program, however with all the hate it gets the question is often asked, why keep this program? With the budget problem as well, in the Philadelphia School District, is it really worth it to keep First in Math in Baldi

  • Overstepping Boundaries In The United States

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    healthy? Katie Rosenhouse once said, “what is life without a little sugar and salt and the good stuff.” So therefore, is it really anyone's business about what people choose to consume? The government should follow the First amendment. Which states the people have the right to freedom. If they take away the people's right to eat junk food, salt, and sugar then the government is basically taking away their freedom to drink and eat what they please. Without the sugar, the salt, and other sweet