Transcript Revolutions of 1848

Revolutions of
1848
The Revolutions of 1848 brought
about the downfall of Metternich
and the Concert of Europe.
• France: Republicans force Louis Philippe to
abandon the crown and they establish the Second
French Republic with Louis Napoleon elected as
the president
• Austrian Empire: Nationalist revolts occur
throughout the empire forcing Metternich to flee
the country but with the help of Russian forces,
the Hapsburgs regained control. Serfdom is
abolished.
• Italy and Germany: Nationalist and Republican
revolts occur with limited results. SardiniaPiedmont and Prussia adopt constitutions but no
nationalist gains.