World History: Pre-World War I Alliances

An agreement between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy to defend each other if attacked.

Alliance formed between France and Russia in 1894, due to the threat of the Triple Alliance.

Agreement between the UK and France in 1904, resolving past rivalries.

Alliance including the UK, France, and Russia formed in 1907, primarily a friendly agreement.

German Emperor who advocated for Germany's expansion.

Competition in naval buildup between Germany and UK, related to imperial ambitions.

German military strategy to swiftly defeat France before facing Russia in a two-front war.

The large empire of the United Kingdom in 1900, ruling over millions across multiple continents.

A British naval policy aiming to have a navy as powerful as the next two largest navies combined.

First modern battleship, triggering naval race.

Event in Sarajevo triggering Austria-Hungary's declaration of war on Serbia, a spark of the WWI.

A set of demands Austria-Hungary made to Serbia following the assassination with the intent to start a war.

Germany's assurance of support to Austria-Hungary, leading to more aggressive action against Serbia.

German military strategy to quickly defeat France before Russia could fully mobilize.

British promise to defend Belgium's neutrality, a key factor leading to UK involvement in WWI.

Austria-Hungary's 1908 annexation of Bosnia, causing tensions with Serbia and the Slavs.