Countries In WW1 Flashcards
(21 cards)
What was the number of soldiers in France?
1.25 million
How many battleships did France have?
28
How much money did France spend on arms in 1913-14?
£37 million
What was France’s background information?
France had lost a war against Germany in 1871 and wanted revenge, as well as to regain Alsace-Lorraine. She feared Germany could defeat her again without strong allies.
What was the number of soldiers in Britain?
711,000
How many battleships did Britain have?
64
How much money did Britain spend on arms in 1913-14?
£50 million
What was Britain’s background information?
Britain was the first nation to industrialize, making her very rich with a vast empire. She needed a powerful navy to control sea routes and hoped other nations would remain quiet.
What was the number of soldiers in Germany?
2.2 million
How many battleships did Germany have?
40
How much money did Germany spend on arms in 1913-14?
€60 million
What was Germany’s background information?
Germany became a nation in 1871 after defeating France. She aimed to catch up with Britain’s wealth and power by building factories and battleships, and Kaiser Wilhelm wanted a world-wide empire.
What was the number of soldiers in Russia?
1.2 million
How many battleships did Russia have?
16
How much money did Russia spend on arms in 1913-14?
£67 million
What was Russia’s background information?
Russia had a large empire in Asia but sought more influence in south-east Europe for access to supplies. The Tsar supported the Serbs against Austria-Hungary to gain popularity.
What was the number of soldiers in Austria-Hungary?
810,000
How many battleships did Austria-Hungary have?
16
How much money did Austria-Hungary spend on arms in 1913-14?
£22 million
What was Austria-Hungary’s background information?
Austria-Hungary ruled over many races, including the Serbs, who sought independence. The Austrians aimed to prevent nationalism from breaking up their empire.
