Causes of WW1 Flashcards
(20 cards)
Event commonly considered as the ‘catalyst’
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.
Militarism
Belief that a country should maintain a strong military to defend or promote its interests
Two major Alliances
Triple Alliance 1882
- Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy
Triple Entente 1907
France, Russia, britain
Nationalism
Intense pride or loyalty to one’s country, sometimes leading to conflict
Type of diplomacy characterized the relationships between European powers before World War I?
Secret diplomacy.
Name one of the main imperialistic rivalries that contributed to tensions before World War I.
The competition for colonies in Africa.
What was the significance of the Balkan Wars in the lead-up to World War I?
They increased tensions among European powers and destabilized the region.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following countries was NOT part of the Central Powers? A) Germany B) Austria-Hungary C) France D) Ottoman Empire
C) France.
What role did economic interests play in the causes of World War I?
Economic competition and the desire for new markets contributed to tensions among nations.
What was the impact of the arms race on European nations before World War I?
It escalated tensions and created a climate of fear and suspicion.
How did the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand lead to a larger conflict?
It triggered a series of alliances and mobilizations that escalated into a full-scale war.
Duration of the war
28 July 1914 – 11 November 1918
Imperialism
when a country expands its power by acquiring territories
e.g Mongol Empire , Britain
Reinsurance Treaty 1887-1890
- Secret Diplomacy
Agreement between Russia and Germany
if one country becomes involved in a war with a third power the other would remain neutral
The Serbian-Bulgarian Secret Treaty 1904
- Secret Diplomacy
Agreement between Serbia and Bulgaria
Mutual defense in the event of an attack from Austria-Hungary
2 examples of secret diplomacy
The Reinsurance Treaty
The Serbian-Bulgarian Secret Treaty
“The Big Three”
Woodrow Wilson, David Lloyd, Georges Clemenceau
Treaty of Versaille 1919
Peace treaty signed 28th June 1919
- Exactly 5 years after the death of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
- Placed heavy reprecussions on Germany
Populism
political strategy of saying what the people want to hear
Example of Militarism
The Naval Race 1898-1912
