Answer:
History
of nationalism in Britain was different due to the following reasons:
(i) No Revolution: While in France, nationalism was developed through revolutions,
in Britain it was the result of a long drawn out process.
(ii) English Parliament: While other European countries
like Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Sweden, etc. had to wage wars either to gain
independence or to unify their countries; in Britain, this objective was
accomplished through Parliamentary Acts.
(iii) Suppression: The British Parliament was dominated by
its English members. They tried to suppress Scotland's distinctive culture and
also forced them to speak English language in place of Gaelic language. The Scots
were not even allowed to wear their national dress.
(iv) English Culture: A new 'British Nation' was formed
through the propagation of a dominant English culture. The symbols of new
Britain were:
the British flag (Union Jack), their national anthem and
the English language. Older nation's culture was subdued under the English
culture.
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