European Civilization, 1648-1945 (HIST 202) In light of the many ethnic and national conflicts of the twentieth century, the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in 1918 appears less surprising than the fact that it remained intact for so long. National identity is not an essential characteristic of peoples, and in many cases in Europe it is a relatively recent invention. As such, there are many different characteristics according to which national communities can be defined, or, in Benedict Anderson's phrase, imagined. Along with religion and ethnicity, language has played a particularly important role in shaping the imaginary identification of individuals with abstract communities. No one factor necessarily determines this identification, as evidenced by modern countries such as Belgium and Switzerland that incorporate multiple linguistic and cultural groups in one national community. 00:00 - Chapter 1. The "Imagined Communities" of Nationalism: The Macedonian Example 08:24 - Chapter 2. The Construction of National Identities in the Nineteenth Century: Language and Consciousness 25:45 - Chapter 3. The Development of Nationalism in Eastern Europe: Lithuania and Belarus 37:53 - Chapter 4. Complex Identities: Multiple Languages in Belgium and Switzerland 44:00 - Chapter 5. The Balancing Act of the Austria-Hungarian Empire: Factors of Stability Complete course materials are available at the Open Yale Courses website: open.yale.edu This course was recorded in Fall 2008.
It's fundamental for anyone interested in Nationalism to understand exactly what it is. Too many people seem to add unnecessary ideological baggage. This video elucidates upon the two primary tenets of Nationalism, and the implications they possess.
Robin Gerster, Associate Professor at Monash University and an expert on nationalism and national identity, presents his point of view on what nationalism is and why it exists.
The Malcolm X Collection on DVD: malcolmxfiles.blogspot.com Speaking to an audience at the Audubon Ballroom in Washington Heights on March 29, 1964, Malcolm X explains: "If you're interested in freedom, you need some judo, you need some karate--you need all the things that will help you fight for freedom...They can give us the back pay. Let's join in. If this is what the negro wants, let's join him. Let's show him how to struggle, let's show him how to fight. Let's show him how to bring about a real revolution. You don't need a debate. You don't need a filibuster. You need some action." malcolmxfiles.blogspot.com
French President Nicolas Sarkozy has unveiled his latest vision for the country, less than three weeks before the presidential vote gets underway. He's been boosted by his anti-radicalism stance following the recent shootings in Toulouse. But Sarkozy's crackdown on religious extremism that followed, has left many of the country's Muslims feeling isolated. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
From the Pirate Party of Russia, to the group headed by billionaire tycoon Mikhail Prokhorov - there's no shortage of fresh political blood hoping to find a place in Russia's Parliament. And this week, with the president expected to sign in new laws making it easier for them to register, the competition could get a whole lot tougher. RT's Anissa Naouai reports on what's become a real party rush. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Using audio of entertaining musician and podcaster George Hrab this piece is a look at nationalism, patriotism, jingoism and the fine line that divides pride and prejudice. If you enjoy listening to this then have a look at George's podcast the Geologic Podcast.
More image galleries at www.worth1000.com Worth1000.com hosts amazing daily art contests around photo-editing, photography, illustration and more! All images used in this video were made by amateur artists for the Nationalism 10 contest hosted at Worth1000.com! CONTEST Nationalism 10 DESCRIPTION: Injecting national pride in random objects. ENTRIES: 23 GALLERY: www.worth1000.com ================== SPECIAL THANKS TO: ================== ** Animoto.com for creating the video with our images! ** Produce your own awesome video in a few easy steps at Animoto.com ** Ronald Jenkees for graciously supplying us with his awesome music! ** - Subscribe to his channel at http - Buy his music directly at ronaldjenkees.com ** All Worth1000 artists who had their work featured in this video! ** All credit goes to everyone who entered Nationalism 10! Check out the full gallery of 23 contest entries here www.worth1000.com ============================= FULL LIST OF ENTRIES FEATURED ============================= - "Global" by KingDiamond www.worth1000.com - "World Daisy" by WorthyNick www.worth1000.com - "Many Nations" by ufurgger www.worth1000.com - "I love Japan!!!" by daniloco www.worth1000.com - "Grapes world" by netodark2012 www.worth1000.com - "Polish mother, Spanish Child" by ilia84 www.worth1000.com - "Creepy fruits" by shone1505 www.worth1000.com - "South African Rhino" by Hubi1970 www.worth1000.com - "The women paint their nails" by Mandrak www.worth1000.com - "Frog Flags" by ...
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