England Must Stand for Denmark against Austrian Prussia
A parliamentary critic denounces foreign policy under Lord Russell, accusing him of appeasing Germany while precluding independent action. The piece argues England cannot endure dishonour, urges defiance to defend Denmark, and predicts a future reckoning for perceived cowardice in Downing Street.
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Austria
Prussia
Germany
Parliament
England
Europe
Denmark
France
Oliver Cromwell
Russell
Turkey
Russia
Rhine
Sweden
Louis Napoleon
Jutland
Jarl Russell
America
New World
Canada
Harl Russell
Downing Street
House of Bedford
The Peasant Revolt and Germany's Strife
The essay argues the 16th century German peasant uprising failed, blaming lack of unity in Germany as the core cause. It lauds the peasants for seeking national unity and rights, while noting their mistakes and crimes were driven by oppression and revenge rather than inherent savagery.
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Germany
Alexander von Humboldt