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How did the alliance system in Europe contribute to the escalation of a regional conflict into a widespread war?
How did the alliance system in Europe contribute to the escalation of a regional conflict into a widespread war?
- Alliances fostered trust and cooperation among nations, reducing the likelihood of misunderstandings that could lead to war.
- The Triple Alliance and Triple Entente created a stable balance of power, deterring aggressive actions by any single nation.
- The interlocking web of alliances meant that a conflict between two nations could quickly involve others who were bound by treaty obligations to defend their allies. (correct)
- Alliances ensured that conflicts remained localized by providing a clear framework for mediation and de-escalation.
What strategic dilemma did Germany face due to its geographic location, and how did this influence its pre-war planning?
What strategic dilemma did Germany face due to its geographic location, and how did this influence its pre-war planning?
- Germany's central location allowed it to serve as a neutral mediator, reducing the likelihood of being drawn into conflicts.
- Germany's access to extensive coastlines required it to prioritize naval development over land-based military strategies.
- Germany, surrounded by potential adversaries, felt compelled to develop strategies for fighting a war on two fronts, exemplified by the Schlieffen Plan. (correct)
- Germany's lack of natural resources forced it to seek peaceful trade agreements, discouraging military expansion.
In what way did nationalism in the Balkans contribute to the outbreak of World War I?
In what way did nationalism in the Balkans contribute to the outbreak of World War I?
- Nationalism in the Balkans resulted in stronger, more centralized governments that were better able to maintain order and prevent internal strife.
- Nationalist sentiments led ethnic groups within the Austro-Hungarian Empire to seek independence, destabilizing the region and creating opportunities for conflict. (correct)
- Nationalism encouraged Balkan states to peacefully negotiate their differences and avoid violent conflict.
- Nationalism fostered a sense of unity and cooperation among the diverse ethnic groups in the Balkans, promoting peaceful coexistence.
How did the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand serve as a catalyst for World War I, considering the underlying tensions of the time?
How did the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand serve as a catalyst for World War I, considering the underlying tensions of the time?
What was the impact of Germany's growing military power on the other European nations prior to World War I?
What was the impact of Germany's growing military power on the other European nations prior to World War I?
What role did imperialism play in fostering the conditions that led to World War I?
What role did imperialism play in fostering the conditions that led to World War I?
How did the decline of the Ottoman Empire contribute to the instability in Europe leading up to World War I?
How did the decline of the Ottoman Empire contribute to the instability in Europe leading up to World War I?
What was the significance of Britain's 'two-power standard' and the construction of the HMS Dreadnought in the naval arms race?
What was the significance of Britain's 'two-power standard' and the construction of the HMS Dreadnought in the naval arms race?
In what way did Austria-Hungary's reaction to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand reflect the empire's internal vulnerabilities and external ambitions?
In what way did Austria-Hungary's reaction to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand reflect the empire's internal vulnerabilities and external ambitions?
How did the Schlieffen Plan exemplify the challenges of military strategy in the context of the European alliance system?
How did the Schlieffen Plan exemplify the challenges of military strategy in the context of the European alliance system?
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Declining Empires
Declining Empires
Early 20th-century Eastern Europe empires in decline.
Triple Alliance
Triple Alliance
Alliance of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.
Triple Entente
Triple Entente
Alliance of France, Russia, and Britain.
Militarism
Militarism
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Imperialism
Imperialism
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Nationalism
Nationalism
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HMS Dreadnought
HMS Dreadnought
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Archduke Franz Ferdinand
Archduke Franz Ferdinand
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Gavrilo Princip
Gavrilo Princip
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Schlieffen Plan
Schlieffen Plan
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Study Notes
- World War I began in the 20th century.
- Three declining empires in Europe were the Austro-Hungarian, Russian, and Ottoman.
- These empires included nations desiring independence, such as Serbs in Bosnia-Herzegovina who resented being part of Austria-Hungary.
Alliances
- Triple Alliance consisted of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy (Central Powers).
- Triple Entente included France, Russia, and Britain (Allies).
- A conflict involving one country could draw in all others due to the alliance system.
- Germany was increasing its military strength, which led other countries to feel the need to keep up, creating a "balance of power".
Factors
- Britain maintained a two-power naval standard and constructed the HMS Dreadnought to compete with the German navy, leading Germany to build more ships as well.
- Germany felt confined within Europe and desired colonies comparable to other European nations.
Nationalism, Militarism, Imperialism
- Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the Crown Prince of Austria-Hungary, and his wife Sophie were assassinated in Sarajevo, Bosnia by Gavrilo Princip, a Serbian nationalist.
- Austria-Hungary held Serbia responsible and declared war.
- Russia then aided Serbia.
- Germany supported Austria-Hungary.
- Eventually, many other nations became involved, though Italy initially remained neutral before joining later.
Schlieffen Plan
- The Schlieffen Plan was a strategy developed by Alfred von Schlieffen.
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An overview of the causes of World War I in the 20th century. It explores the declining empires, the alliance systems like the Triple Alliance and Triple Entente, and factors such as nationalism, militarism, and imperialism that led to the conflict.
