Which European leader ordered the collection of taxes without parliamentary approval?
A) Cavour
B) Mazzini
C) Bismarck
D) King William
E) Napoleon III

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Otto von Bismarck, in his efforts to unify Germany under Prussian leadership, famously bypassed the Prussian Parliament to collect taxes for the reorganization of the army. This act demonstrated his willingness to use authoritarian methods to achieve his goals, emphasizing realpolitik over traditional legislative processes.

Which European Leader Ordered the Collection of Taxes Without Parliamentary