HIST103: World History in the Early Modern and Modern Eras (1600-Present)

3.4: Political Revolutions

• 3.4.1: Europe

  • International World History Project: "The French Revolution"

    Read this article.

  • Khan Academy: "The French Revolution" Page

    Watch these lectures.

• 3.4.2: The Americas

  • International World History Project: Dr. Robert A. Guisepi's "The American Revolution"

    • The Background of Revolution
    • A Revolution in Minds and Hearts
    • Conclusion
      

    Read these articles.

  • Thomas Paine's "Common Sense"

    Read this section. In Section II of Common Sense, revolutionary Thomas Paine discusses British rule in North America and argues that England has severely mistreated the American colonies over the past few decades. He asserts that British rule is unnatural and unjust. He claims that the only logical course of action for American colonists is to rebel against Great Britain and become a free and independent people.

• 3.4.3: The Emergence of Liberalism and Nationalism

  • Michael Streich's "Early 19th Century Revolutionary Movements"

    Read this article.

  • Regis University: Dr. Jim L. Riley's "Moderate Political Ideologies: Liberalism and Conservatism"

    Read the "Liberalism" section. Remember that liberalism is an ideology committed to the idea of liberty (limited government and individual liberties, including freedom of religion, speech, press, and assembly).
    

  • Spiritus Temporis: "Nationalism"

    Read this article.