Key Terms in European History: From Ancient Rome to the Renaissance
Key Terms in European History
From Ancient Rome to the Renaissance
- 95 Theses: A list of 95 criticisms about the abuses of the Catholic Church posted on the door of a church in Wittenberg by a German monk named Martin Luther. The theses stated that the Bible is the final authority, so you don’t need popes and bishops, and that there are only two sacraments: baptism and communion. This spread rapidly throughout Europe and sparked the beginning of the Protestant Reformation and the spread of Lutheranism.
The Mexican Revolution: A Comprehensive Guide
Causes and Key Figures
Political Causes
- Authoritarianism
- Citizen rights violations
- Lack of political freedom
- Constitutional reform in favor of the regime
- Lack of protection for workers
- Little rural assistance
Economic Causes
- Protectionism of foreign capital
- Big landlords
- Company stores
- Uncontrolled oil exploitation concessions for foreigners
Social Causes
- Polarized stratification of social classes
- Subhuman conditions of workers
- Conflicts with indigenous people over boundaries
- Subdivision of land
Key Figures
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Franco 1939-1975
1-social and political basis of the Franco
The ‘national movement’ is the only political party there, is formed by Franco.
The pro-Franco groups called families is:
-Families institutionalized
The army are the defenders of the regime.
Its functions were the defense of territory and political crimes judged by the courts-martial.
UMD (Democratic Military Union), against the Franco regime. Were expelled from the army.
-Family of the Falange, founded by Jose Antonio Primo de Rivera,
Francoist Spain: Regime, Policies, and Impacts
Groups Supporting the Franco Regime
Several key groups supported the Franco regime, ensuring its stability and longevity:
The Army
The army played a crucial role in guaranteeing the regime’s continuity. Its commanders held significant political and business positions, solidifying their influence.
The Falange
As the single party, the Falange maintained social control. Its members occupied various government positions, further strengthening the regime’s grip on power.
The Catholic Church
The Catholic Church
Read MoreThe Rise of Fascism in Italy
The Crisis of the Liberal Regime in Italy
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Read MoreThe Rise of Industrial Society: Revolutions and Labor Movements
Industrial Revolution
The Industrial Revolution refers to a fundamental change in the production of goods. It was a period of profound economic transformation and social and cultural impacts.
Before the 18th century, the production of goods was done on a craft basis or through a domestic system. Usually, such activities were called “manufacturing” because they were done by hand, using very basic tools. From the mid-18th century onward, a new type of manufacturing industry began to emerge in Britain,
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