How would Germany most likely have been different between 1848 and 1871 if Prussia had not belonged to the German Confederation?

A. Germany would have split into multiple nation-states.
B. Germany would have been defeated by France in the war.
C. Germany would not have achieved unification as quickly.
D. Germany would have adopted a new, liberal constitution.

If Prussia had not belonged to the German Confederation, Germany likely would not have achieved unification as quickly and could have fragmented into multiple states. The Confederation helped facilitate military and political cooperation, vital for resisting foreign threats. As a result, Prussia's absence could have led to possible defeat by France and a slower progression toward liberal governance. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-08

If Prussia had not belonged to the German Confederation, Germany likely would not have achieved unification as quickly and could have fragmented into multiple states. This absence could have led to a potential defeat by France and delayed liberal reforms. Therefore, the best answer is C: Germany would not have achieved unification as quickly.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-09