Why the Zollverein was important in the process of German Unification

Coal, Iron and the Zollverein expaned Prussia's industry and trade. Railways made transport easier and modernisation of the army made Prussia's military powerful.
The Zollverein also united the German states in an economic union.This success promoted the idea of a political union.
Prussia's now prospering economy meant that modernisation of Prussia was possible. New railways meant that troops could be mobilised more quickly and efficiently and it strengthened her military power. This…

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