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The making of nationalism in Europe [ visualizing the nation ] part 8

--- Short Notes: Visualising the Nation 1. Personifying the Nation: In the 18th and 19th centuries, nations were personified as female figures to give them a face and identity. These figures were sym 2. Use of Allegory: An allegory is a symbolic representation where abstract ideas like liberty or freedom are expressed through a person or image. Allegorical figures helped in visualising the nation as a living identity. 3. French Example – Marianne: Marianne was the allegory of the French nation. She symbolized liberty and the Republic, often shown with a red cap, tricolour, and cockade. Her image appeared on coins and stamps. 4. German Example – Germania: Germania became the personification of the German nation. She is often shown wearing a crown of oak leaves, symbolizing heroism and strength (oak is a symbol of Germany). 5. Painting of Germania: A painting of Germania by Philip Veit was made in 1848. It was meant to hang from the ceiling of St. Paul’s Church during the Frankfurt Parliament session. 6. New Word: Allegory: Allegory means expressing an abstract idea through a symbolic figure or object. An allegorical story usually has two meanings: literal and symbolic.