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The Congress of Vienna: How Europe Redrew Germany
In the aftermath of Napoleon's defeat, Europe's statesmen gathered in Vienna to redraw the map. This episode focuses on how the Congress of Vienna shaped the German Confederation, creating a fragile balance that would last until Bismarck. We explore the key players—Metternich, Hardenberg, and Humboldt—and the compromises that left German nationalists disappointed. We also look at the legacy: the German Confederation that preserved Austrian dominance but also sowed the seeds for future unification. With vivid details from the negotiations and the celebrations, we bring to life the…
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