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What were the 5 causes of WW1?
What is Militarism?
Building up your armed forces and being prepared to use them.
What are Awful Governments?
Autocratic, militarism, incompetent, and don't try to avoid war.
What is Nationalism?
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What is Imperialism?
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How did Alliances contribute to WW1?
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Who formed the dual-alliance in 1879?
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Who joined the dual-alliance to make it the triple-alliance in 1882?
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Who did France ally with in 1894?
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Who created the 'Entente Cordiale'?
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Who joined the 'Entente Cordiale' to form the triple-entente?
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Which country had the most soldiers?
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Which country had the least soldiers?
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Which country had the most reserves?
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Which countries had the least reserves?
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What country had the most warships?
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What country had the least warships?
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What country had the largest population?
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What country had the smallest population?
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Who is Kaiser Wilhelm II?
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Who is Tsar Nicholas II?
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Study Notes
Causes of WW1 (MANIA)
- Causes summarized by the acronym MANIA: Militarism, Awful governments, Nationalism, Imperialism, Alliances.
Militarism
- Defined as the buildup of armed forces with readiness to utilize them in conflict.
- Contributed to escalating tensions between nations.
Awful Governments
- Characterized by autocracy and incompetence.
- Leaders did not prioritize peace or diplomatic solutions, favoring aggressive posturing.
Nationalism
- A belief in national superiority and the desire to assert dominance.
- Advocated for the right of various ethnic groups to establish their own nations.
Imperialism
- The ambition to acquire and maintain empires, extending control over territories not historically owned.
- Fueled competition and rivalry among European powers.
Alliances
- Politicians underestimated how interconnected alliances could precipitate conflict.
- The complex web of alliances meant that a conflict between two nations could quickly involve others.
Historical Alliances
- The Dual Alliance composed of Germany and Austria-Hungary formed in 1879.
- Italy joined the Dual Alliance, creating the Triple Alliance in 1882.
- France established an alliance with Russia in 1894.
- The "Entente Cordiale" was created between France and Britain, signifying cooperation against German expansion.
- Britain joined the Entente to form the Triple Entente, a diplomatic understanding aimed at countering the Triple Alliance and heightening German anxieties.
Military Factors
- Germany boasted the largest military forces among participating countries.
- Britain had the smallest number of soldiers but possessed the most warships.
- Austria-Hungary had the least naval power.
- Germany also held the highest reserves of soldiers, while Italy and Britain had the lowest.
Population Stats
- Russia had the largest population among the key countries involved in WW1.
- Italy held the smallest population figure.
Key Figures
- Kaiser Wilhelm II: The German Emperor known for his aggressive demeanor and a physical disability that may have influenced his behavior.
- Tsar Nicholas II: The autocratic Russian leader maintained his reign through oppressive measures, including the use of secret police.
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Explore the key causes of World War 1 through the acronym MANIA, which stands for Militarism, Awful governments, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Alliances. This quiz delves into each component, highlighting how they contributed to the outbreak of the war and the interconnections between them. Test your understanding of these historical concepts!
