Franco-Prussian War of 1870
Definition
The Franco-Prussian War was a conflict between the Second French Empire and the North German Confederation led by the Kingdom of Prussia. The war resulted in a decisive Prussian victory, leading to the unification of Germany.
Related terms
Second French Empire: This refers to Napoleon III's regime from 1852-1870. It was characterized by authoritarian rule and modernization efforts in France.
North German Confederation: A federation established in 1867 comprising most northern German states. It laid groundwork for the later German Empire.
Otto von Bismarck: He was a conservative Prussian statesman who dominated European affairs from the 1860s until 1890. He engineered wars that helped unify Germany under his leadership.
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