Flashcard: European Borders: History and Identity — 10 carte

European Union borders — definition?

Political boundaries that are fluid and negotiable.

Internal borders — role?

Separate member states, often less rigid.

External borders — function?

Control entry/exit, emphasize sovereignty.

Border as spatial representation?

Classifies and organizes geographical and political space.

Sovereignty — border control?

Symbolizes political power over movement.

Europe of Nations — period?

Rise of national identities and states.

Two Europes — division?

Ottoman Empire vs Western kingdoms.

Antiquity Europe — concept?

Geographic area, no political unity.

Roman Empire (120 AD) — extent?

Large territories, but Europe not a political unit.

Medieval Europe — unifying factor?

Christianity and Christendom.