What Is Nationalism?

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3. Ethnic Nationalism

Ethnic nationalism is the notion that the nation is defined by characteristics such as religion, race, and language. It can also include traditions and cultures that are shared by the population. While it is not always the case, ethnic nationalism can lead to racism, oppression, and persecution.

Ethnic nationalism was one of the driving forces behind the Nazi party. The party considered the Aryan race to be “the master race,” and all others were to be subservient. Aryans and Caucasians were considered to be a key part of the German national identity at the time. In some cases, minority ethnicities may develop a nationalistic association with their ethnicity but not their host nation’s typical characteristics.

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