Historical Events tagged with "political crisis"
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Crisis of May 16 and Assembly Dissolution
In France, a political crisis unfolds as President Patrice de MacMahon asserts authority against the National Assembly. The crisis leads to the dissolution of the Assembly on June 22, reinforcing the parliamentary system established by the Constitution of 1875. Following the dissolution, elections in October 1877 result in a dramatic shift, signifying the decline of royalist influence in French politics.
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Andrew Jackson wrote to Martin Van Buren expressing his concerns about South Carolina's refusal to comply with federal tariffs during the Nullification Crisis. This correspondence highlighted the tension between state sovereignty and federal authority, emphasizing Jackson's intention to preserve the Union. Jackson's forceful stance against South Carolina's actions reinforced the government's authority while seeking to maintain peace in the nation amidst rising sectional tensions.
Continue ReadingEmperor Xuanzong Faces Guard Ultimatum
Amidst growing unrest in the Tang dynasty, Emperor Xuanzong was pressured by his Imperial Guards to execute Chancellor Yang Guozhong. The guards threatened mutiny, leading to intense political strife as General An Lushan orchestrated the assassination of members of the imperial family. The turbulent atmosphere marked a critical moment in the rebellion.
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