Giuseppe Mazzini's vision of Italian nationalism called for

A) the kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia to assume a leading role in Italian unification.
B) the people of Italy themselves to take the initiative in unification.
C) the creation of a united Italy but leaving the Papal States alone.
D) the creation of two Italian states,one in the north and one in the south.
E) help from France in uniting Italy.

Giuseppe Mazzini

An Italian politician, journalist, and activist for the unification of Italy in the 19th century, who passionately promoted democracy and republicanism.

Italian Nationalism

A political and social movement that emerged in the 19th century, aimed at the unification of the various states and territories of Italy into a single nation-state.

Papal States

A series of territories in the Italian Peninsula that were directly governed by the Pope from the 8th century until 1870.