Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "France" to "Francis Joseph I." by Various

"Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'France' to 'Francis Joseph I.'" by Various is a comprehensive reference work written in the early 20th century. This encyclopedic text delves into various aspects of French history, politics, and culture, particularly focusing on the aftermath of the Franco-German War and France's evolving role in European and colonial politics. The beginning of this volume presents an in-depth analysis of France's exterior policy from 1870 to 1909, setting the stage with the consequences of the Franco-German War. It discusses the significant geopolitical shifts that occurred post-war, including France's loss of prestige and the emergence of Germany as a dominant power. The text elaborates on France's attempts to recover from its isolation and outlines the complexities of its relationships with Germany, Italy, and Russia while detailing the impact of the Republican form of government on these diplomatic dynamics. Through various historical episodes, including the Congress of Berlin and the annexation of Tunisia, the text provides critical insights into the strategies and challenges faced by France on both the continental and colonial fronts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Various
Title Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "France" to "Francis Joseph I."
Volume 10, Slice 8
Credits Produced by Marius Masi, Don Kretz and the Online
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 54.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class AE: General Works: Encyclopedias
Subject Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Category Text
eBook-No. 36226
Release Date
Last Update Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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