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“The Progress of invention is really a threat [to monarchy]. Whenever I see a railroad, I look for a republic.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1866. Assess the validity of this statement:.
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“The Progress of invention is really a threat [to monarchy]. Whenever I see a railroad, I look for a republic.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1866
Assess the validity of this statement: The social, political, and economic trends of the early to mid 19th century demonstrated a growing sense of nationalism and democracy.
Categories to look for in documents • Patriotic Pride (Nationalism) • Evidence of Unification (Nationalism) • Mass political participation (Democracy) • People’s interests addressed politically (D) • Expanded sense of equality (Democracy) • Expanded opportunities for all (D)