Revolutions of 1830 & 1848

The revolutions of 1830 & 1848 weren't really failures as historians have concluded them to be, and should receive some credit for progress in the long struggle toward greater democracy. Three key revolutions that should be mentioned in showing progress were…


1. The Belgium Revolution of 1830 : Belgians wanted to gain independence from Holland, teachers and workers barricaded the capitol of Holland in protest for their independence. This revolution was very successful as they gained exactly what they wanted, their independence. So this revolution was in no was a failure.


2. The Polish Revolution of 1838: Poland was divided up by Russia, Prussia, and Austria, and after the Congress of Vienna Poland revolted to gain independence mainly from Russia. Poland did gain their independence for a couple of months before Russia regained control. This revolution wasn't a total failure, their independence did last a couple months, and it inspired other nations to gain independence as well.


3. Hungary Revolution of 1848:  Hungary wanted independence from Austria. After Hungary revolted Austria agreed to reforms, but it was short lived as Austrians then crushed the rebels and regained control. Even though Hungary didn't gain independence, the revolution wasn't a total failure, their was a short period of time with reforms, and it inspired other nations to rebel as well.