How did Otto von Bismarck inspire national pride during the process of unification?
A By instituting democratic ideals for the unified government
B By making High German the official language of Germany
C By instituting Absolutism into the German Government
D By going to war with neighboring states
D By going to war with neighboring states
Otto von Bismarck inspired national pride during the process of unification by using military force to quickly defeat and annex neighboring territories such as Schleswig-Holstein, Austria, and France. These victories created a sense of strength and unity among the German people, leading to increased national pride and a desire for a unified Germany under Prussian leadership.