Compare And Contrast Mazzini's Manifesto For Italian Unification

Throughout the 19th century many countries began to push for unification and freedom. Due to a rise of nationalism, different cultures and citizens of different states wanted a country that was peaceful and stood for what they believed in. One of these states was Italy. During the period 1830-1870 there were many different debates as to whether or not Italy should be a unified country and what type of government they would be ruled by. Although some believed that unification was a bad idea because it would bring unrest to the area or make Italy too strong, many wanted a unified Italy and believed they should be granted their independence under either a monarchy, papal authority, or a republic. Italy needed to unify to become a stronger nation than they were before. Mazzini’s manifesto …show more content…
He says that strength comes from a unified effort and their country will never be strong or a true nation while they are separated (doc 1). Mazzini had always been a huge advocate for unification. He writes his manifesto to show others the need to unite their country. His young Italy idea will only work if everyone agrees with it and works for it. Although, this movement was unsuccessful, Mazzini was able to show and influence the future revolution that would unite Italy. Eventually, he was able to establish the Roman republic protected by Giuseppe Garibaldi. Garibaldi was one of the people he influenced with his manifesto and …show more content…
There were also arguments over what time of government would be best for Italy such as either a monarchy or papal authority, or a republic. Italy was eventually successful in uniting their country and became a strong nation under different monarchs and other rulers throughout their