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What was a significant outcome of the fall of the Russian Empire on Eastern Europe?

The reunification of Germany and Poland

The expansion of the Austro-Hungarian Empire

The establishment of multiple new states (correct)

The rise of the Ottoman Empire

Which of the following countries was created as a direct result of the division of Austria-Hungary?

Yugoslavia

Romania

Czechoslovakia (correct)

Poland

What effect did World War I have on the geopolitical landscape of Eastern Europe?

Maintained the status quo in the region

Facilitated the rise of new independent nations (correct)

Strengthened the position of Hungary

Increased territorial claims by Russia

Which event in 1917 significantly affected the geopolitical dynamics in Eastern Europe?

The October Revolution Signup and view all the answers

What was one consequence of the decline of European powers after World War I?

Increased influence of the United States in global affairs Signup and view all the answers

What was one primary reason for the creation of new nation states after WWI?

To promote ethnic homogeneity Signup and view all the answers

Which empires collapsed as a result of WWI?

Ottoman Empire and Austro-Hungarian Empire Signup and view all the answers

How did the French government respond economically after WWI?

By issuing reconstruction bonds Signup and view all the answers

What significant geopolitical change occurred in Eastern Europe after WWI?

The establishment of communist states Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of the decline of European powers after WWI?

The rise of independent nation-states Signup and view all the answers

What was NOT a factor in the formation of new nation states after WWI?

Support from colonial powers Signup and view all the answers

Which empire was NOT affected by the territorial changes following WWI?

British Empire Signup and view all the answers

What role did the US play in the post-war context concerning European powers?

Expanding economic influence on the continent Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main reasons for holding the Paris Peace Conference after WWI?

To discuss the terms of surrender of the Central Powers Signup and view all the answers

How did the end of WWI notably affect Eastern Europe?

There was an establishment of several new communist states Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a notable geopolitical change post-WWI?

Fragmentation of the Austro-Hungarian Empire Signup and view all the answers

What role did the U.S. play in terms of economic and military power after WWI?

The U.S. became a leading economic and military power Signup and view all the answers

What was one consequence of the Great War on European powers?

European powers faced decline in global influence Signup and view all the answers

How many soldiers were mobilized during WWI?

65 million Signup and view all the answers

What was a key outcome of the Paris Peace Conference?

The Treaty of Versailles was established Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant impact of WWI on the socio-political landscape of Europe?

Rise of authoritarian regimes across Europe Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Sarajevo Incident (1914)

On June 28, 1914, Archduke Franz Ferdinand, heir to Austria-Hungary, was assassinated in Sarajevo, Bosnia.
The assassin, Gavrilo Princip, was a Bosnian Serb linked to the Serbian nationalist group, Black Hand.
Princip's actions were aimed at uniting Bosnia with Serbia.
Multiple conspirators, armed with bombs and pistols, were involved in the plot.
Security measures for the motorcade were inadequate, with few soldiers and only 120 policemen deployed along the procession route.
The Archduke was visiting Bosnia to oversee military maneuvers.
The incident directly triggered the outbreak of World War I.

Report of Investigation on Sarajevo Assassination

Victim: Archduke Franz Ferdinand
Nationality: Austria-Hungary
Occupation: Archduke and heir of Austria-Hungary
Date of death: June 28, 1914
Time of death: Around [time not specified]
Location of death: Around Sarajevo City Hall, Bosnia
Cause of death: Gun shot; Murdered by assassination.
Assassin: Gavrilo Princip
Purpose of the assassin: Support for the unification of Bosnia and Serbia.
Background of assassin: Member of the Black Hand (a Serbian nationalist society).

Black Hand's Luck

Initial assassination attempt failed.
The bomb bounced off the car and exploded behind.
The bomber jumped into a river.
The driver took a wrong turn and the car stalled.

Black Hand's Reality

The bomb bounced off the car and exploded behind.
The bomber jumped into a river, which only came up to his knees.
The bomber was dragged out by police.

Driver's importance for a good trip

The driver took the wrong route.
The car stalled outside a café while reversing.

Mobilization and Declaration of War

On July 23, 1914, Austria-Hungary sent an ultimatum to Serbia, demanding Serbia stop all anti-Austrian activities, punish those opposed to Austria, and allow Austrian officials to arrest and try the assassin.
Serbia agreed to most of the demands but refused to allow Austrian officials to participate in internal investigations within Serbia, offering to submit the matter to a third party.
Austria-Hungary regarded Serbia's response to be unsatisfactory and declared war on Serbia on July 28, 1914.
This marked the beginning of a chain reaction that led to other countries entering the war.
Mobilization involved countries preparing troops, supplies, and equipment for war.