WWI Flashcards
(17 cards)
Militarism
Militarism is the belief in maintaining a strong military and using it to achieve national goals.
Alliances
Alliances are agreements between countries to support each other, especially in defense and war.
Imperialism
to create an empire, by conquering the other nations, increasing their dominance.
The Triple Alliance
Italy, Austria-Hungary, Germany, formed in 1882. the alliance promised support if any member was attacked by France
Nationalism
Nationalism is a strong sense of pride, loyalty, and devotion to one’s nation, often with the belief that it is superior to others.
Triple Entente
Russia, France, Britain. to counter the growing power of Germany and Austria-Hungary.
Entente Cordiale
1904 agreement between Britain and France that improved their relations by resolving colonial disputes and establishing diplomatic cooperation.
Arch Franz Ferdinand
Event that triggered the start of WWI was the assassination of a leader of Austria-Hungary in June 1914. The leader was Archduke Franz Ferdinand, next in line to be kind.
Consequence of Ferdinand’s Assassination
Caused the war, Austrian-Hungary declared war on Serbia in July 1914. All Europe was tense and watching to see if the war would spread. Once fighting started the spirit of nationalism in many countries grew resulting in war.
Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
June 28, 1914. When it was learned that the heir-apparent to the Austrian throne, Franz Ferdinand, was scheduled to visit Sarajevo in June of 1914, the Black Hand decided to assassinate him because of his perceived threat to Serbian independence.
Issue of the blank check
July 5, 1914 The “blank check” was Germany’s promise of unconditional support to Austria-Hungary in 1914, leading to World War I.
Ultimatum to Serbia
Austria-Hungary’s demands to Serbia after Franz Ferdinand’s assassination; Serbia’s partial rejection led to WWI.
Declaration of war
Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia on July 28, 1914, starting World War I.
Mobilizations and Declarations
July 28, 1914 – Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia.
July 30 – Russia mobilizes to protect Serbia.
August 1 – Germany declares war on Russia.
August 3 – Germany declares war on France.
August 4 – Germany invades Belgium; Britain declares war on Germany.
July Crisis of 1914
A series of diplomatic conflicts following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, leading to Austria-Hungary’s declaration of war on Serbia and the outbreak of WWI.
Serbia rejected Austria-Hungary’s key demand because
it required Austrian officials to investigate the assassination within Serbia, violating Serbian sovereignty.
what was the key mistake austtia hungary made in assuming a quick victory over serbia
was underestimating Serbia’s military strength and nationalism while overestimating its own readiness, leading to a prolonged and costly war.
