LEQ Practice

Prompt: Evaluate the extent to which the Crimean War altered the balance of power in Europe between 1815 and 1871.

CCOT

X- Similar borders

ex: Territory did not shift much

A- Breaking of peace agreements

ex: Concert of Europe

B-Italy gained more land and control and Germany gained more power

ex: conquering Sicily and Austria, nationalism

ex: via industrialization, unity

Thesis Statement: Although territories did not change much during after the Crimean War, the rise of Italy and Germany as unified states greatly impacted the balance of power in Europe as the Concert of Europe was broken up.