Prva svetovna vojna in slovenci Flashcards
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What were the major powers in Europe at the beginning of the 20th century?
The major powers were Great Britain, France, Germany, Russia, and Austria-Hungary.
What caused competition and tensions among the European powers?
Political and economic interests, along with propaganda on both sides, led to competition and tensions.
What was a significant factor in the competition for colonies?
The competition for colonies in Africa and Asia caused several crises, such as Germany’s desire to catch up with the British Empire.
What was the impact of the arms race before World War I?
Countries increased their military strength and developed new weapons, with Germany significantly strengthening its military power.
What was the Balkans’ role in the tensions leading to World War I?
The Balkans became a crisis area due to the involvement of major powers, leading to conflicts such as the Balkan Wars.
What was the Eastern Question?
The Eastern Question referred to the problem of the weakening Ottoman Empire and the interests of European powers in its territory.
Which alliances formed in Europe before World War I?
The German Empire allied with Austria-Hungary and Italy, forming the Central Powers, while Great Britain allied with France and Russia, forming the Allies.
What event triggered the outbreak of World War I?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914, triggered the war.
What was the sequence of declarations of war following the assassination?
Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia, followed by Germany declaring war on Russia and then France, leading to Britain’s declaration of war on Germany.
What was Italy’s position at the beginning of World War I?
Italy was initially neutral but later joined the Allies after signing the London Pact.
How did the United States become involved in World War I?
The U.S. entered the war later, providing loans and support to the Allies.
What was Italy’s position at the beginning of World War I?
Italy declared neutrality at the beginning of the war.
What did Italy seek through negotiations with the Allies?
Italy aimed to gain as much territory as possible.
What agreement did Italy sign on April 26, 1915?
Italy signed the London Memorandum with Great Britain, France, and Russia.
What did the London Memorandum promise Italy?
The memorandum promised Italy significant territory to achieve the unification of Italians in one state.
What was Italy’s commitment in the London Memorandum?
Italy committed to leaving the Central Powers alliance.
What territories were promised to Italy in the London Memorandum?
Italy was promised territories including Trentino, South Tyrol, Trieste, and parts of Dalmatia.
What was the status of the United States at the beginning of World War I?
The United States was a neutral country.
Why did the United States enter World War I?
The U.S. declared war on Germany in April 1917 due to German submarine attacks and the offer of alliance to Mexico.
What impact did the U.S. entry into the war have?
The U.S. entry strengthened the exhausted Allied forces and provided industrial support.
What were the main fronts of World War I?
The main fronts were the Western Front, Eastern Front, Balkan Front, and the Italian Front.
What incident caused outrage among Americans in 1915?
The sinking of the American ship Lusitania by Germany.
What was the common belief among soldiers and generals at the start of the war?
They believed the war would not last long and that soldiers would be home by Christmas.
