World History Chapter 29 Crossword Flashcards

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Key Terms and Concepts in World History Chapter 29

Zimmermann Note: A secret diplomatic communication from Germany proposing a military alliance with Mexico against the United States during World War I.
Militarism: A national policy that emphasizes the promotion of military power and the readiness for conflict, often resulting in arms races among nations.
Alliance: A formal agreement between countries to cooperate for specific purposes, such as military support or political interests, often leading to the formation of strategic partnerships.
Wilhelm: Refers to Kaiser Wilhelm II, the German emperor and king of Prussia, who led Germany during World War I and played a crucial role in the events leading to the war.
Western Front: The main theater of war during World War I, characterized by trench warfare and a stalemate between the Allied and Central Powers, primarily located in northern France.
Trenches: Deep ditches used for shelter and fighting, where soldiers engaged in combat and lived under harsh conditions along the front lines during World War I.
Allies: Nations that joined forces to oppose the Central Powers in World War I, particularly those that sided with Great Britain, including France, Russia, and later the United States.
Total War: A strategy in which a nation mobilizes all available resources, including economic, civilian, and military potential, to achieve victory in a conflict.
Lusitania: A British passenger liner that was sunk by a German U-boat in 1915, resulting in significant loss of life and contributing to the United States' decision to enter World War I.
Triple Entente: An alliance established between Britain, France, and Russia prior to World War I to counter the threat posed by the Triple Alliance of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.
Big Four: The principal leaders of the Allied Powers at the Paris Peace Conference after World War I, consisting of the United States, Britain, France, and Italy, who shaped the post-war settlement.
Eastern Front: The theater of conflict between Germany and Austria-Hungary against Russia, characterized by larger territorial movements and different military strategies compared to the Western Front.