The #1848Revolutions that occurred in 50 countries or territories reached the German-speaking world on #ThisDayInHistory in 1848 with the #MarchRevolution. These movements showed a common distaste for monarchy & conservatism, but their liberal & leftwing elements could not unite.

Oil painting of the execution of Robert Blum, who is depicted in the centre of the image, wearing a white shirt and stretching his right arm. He is surrounded by uniformed soldiers and officers.

Bonus historic date 🗓️1848:

With the execution of #RobertBlum, member of the National Assembly of 1848, restoration succeeded over the earlier #MarchRevolution aiming at democratic #reforms and a unification of the German Confederation's principalities.

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Bonus historic date 🗓️1848:

With the execution of #RobertBlum, member of the National Assembly of 1848, restoration succeeded over the earlier #MarchRevolution aiming at #DemocraticReforms and a unification of the German Confederation's...