Nationalism and Unity: Why and How It Gained Popularity in EuropeThe strength of nationalism in Europe in the 19th century can be linked to various developments of the period, but a sentiment important lies in the The heart of nationalism is unity, a concept which has been supported by cultural, economic and social developments during this period and before. However, the rise of nationalism, even if it was built on a feeling of unity, was not without competition with other identities, particularly gender, due to its evolution. Both the French Revolution of 1789 and the promulgation of the Napoleonic Code in 1804 had lasting effects on European civilization. The discouragement of languages ​​other than French, the removal of existing privileges and the introduction of a common law (Britannica), a centralized administrative system (Greer, Lewis, 469) were all developments meant to foster a sense of unity among its citizens. Since the French Empire gained immense territorial and political power in Europe until 1812, its political and cultural codes mentioned above affected the European nation....