WW1: 1.1 The Alliance System Flashcards
The origins and course of the First World War (38 cards)
What were the six ‘Great Powers’ of Europe?
Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy, Russia, Britain, France.
When had they began joining together in a system of alliances?
By the end of the 19th Century.
What is the name of the alliance between Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy?
The Triple alliance.
What was the name of France and Russia’s Alliance?
The Franco-Russian Alliance.
What is the Entente Cordiale?
A friendly agreement between Britain and France.
When did the war break out?
1914
When was the unification of German states?
1871
What war had the Germans defeated France in?
The Franco-Prussian war.
As part of a peace treaty, what land did Germany take from France?
Alsace-Lorraine. An important industrial area.
Why was Germany and France rivals?
German politicians were afraid that France might attack Germany to get the Alsace-Lorraine back.
Who wanted independence in Austria-Hungary?
The different nationalities living there. Serbs who wanted to join Serbia.
What was the main concern for the Austrian Emperor?
To keep the empire together.
Why was Russia rivals with Austria-Hungary?
Russia supported the Serbs.
How was the German Kaiser and the British king George V related?
They were cousins.
What was the largest and poorest country in the world? Why?
Russia because there was very little industry due to the land not being able to be farmed and frozen ports from cold weather.
Who was the Tsar, Nicholas II?
The ruler of Russia.
Who was the head of state (GB)?
King Edward VII.
Who is Arthur Balfour?
The prime minister of Great Britain.
What country had been the first to industrialise?
Great Britain.
What was the population of Germany?
68 million
What was Great Britain’s population?
46 million
Who was Emile Loubet?
The president of France.
What was the population of France?
40 million people.
When was Italy unified?
1871
