WH Chapter 6, Part A

The dissolution of the Holy Roman Empire and creation of the Rhine Confederation

Immediate unification of Germany under Prussian rule

The end of all French influence in German lands

The establishment of a democratic government in Germany

His strong will and ability to manipulate others

His commitment to liberalism

His loyalty to the Hohenzollerns

His focus on military power over principles

Napoleon III

William I

Otto von Bismarck

Holstein

Ample iron and coal resources

A large and skilled workforce

Support from the government

All of the above

By developing new products like synthetic chemicals and dyes

By increasing military strength

By raising tariffs to protect home industries

By reorganizing the banking system

Catholic church and socialists

British and French

Austrians and Russians

Monarchists and liberals

Expelled Jesuits from Prussia

Made civil marriage compulsory

Approved appointment of priests

Closed some religious orders

Bismarck's campaigns strengthened the Catholic and socialist movements against him.

He resisted democratic reforms and expanded the military.

He promoted socialism and reduced military spending.

He encouraged local loyalties over imperial unity.

He sought peaceful relations with Britain and France.