The period between 1815 and 1871 saw a large number of revolutionary attempts and independence wars. Balkan nations began to regain independence from the Ottoman Empire. Italy unified into a nation state. The capture of Rome in 1870 ended the Papal temporal power. Rivalry in a scramble for empires spread in what is known as The Age of Empire. COUNT 4
QSN1 When were there many struggles for independence or overthrowing prevailing governments? ANS1 between 1815 and 1871 QSN2 From whom did Balkan states start retaking their independence? ANS2 the Ottoman Empire QSN3 In what year was Rome conquered? ANS3 1870 QSN4 What phrase is used to describe the period marked by competition for extant lands? ANS4 The Age of Empire