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What does the acronym M.A.N.I.A. stand for in the context of WWI?
What was Militarism?
The policy of building up a strong military to prepare for war.
What were the two major alliances during WWI?
Triple Entente and Triple Alliance.
What is Nationalism?
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Define Imperialism in the context of WWI.
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What does Assassination refer to in the context of WWI?
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Study Notes
M.A.N.I.A. - Causes of WWI
- Acronym M.A.N.I.A. represents the primary causes of World War I: Militarism, Alliances, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Assassination.
- Each cause contributed significantly to the onset of the war.
Militarism
- Militarism involved a significant build-up of military forces, fostering an arms race among nations.
- Countries aimed to strengthen their armed forces for defense and national interests, leading to increased tensions.
Alliances
- Alliances entailed agreements between nations for mutual support during conflicts.
- Major alliances included the Triple Entente (Allies) with Great Britain, France, and Russia, and the Triple Alliance (Central Powers) with Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.
- The formation of these alliances heightened suspicions and conflict readiness among countries.
Nationalism
- Nationalism is characterized by intense pride in one’s nation, often accompanying symbols like flags and anthems.
- The influence of the French Revolution spread nationalist sentiments across Europe.
- Ethnic groups sought independence, fueling conflict with imperial powers and increasing national rivalries.
Imperialism
- Imperialism refers to the domination of one country over another politically, economically, or culturally.
- Driven by the Industrial Revolution, nations like Great Britain, Germany, and France pursued foreign markets for natural resources, intensifying global competition and colonial conflicts.
Assassination
- Assassination is the intentional killing of a prominent official to influence political events.
- The assassination of Austrian Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife by the Serbian nationalist group, the Black Hand, on June 28, 1914, is viewed as the immediate trigger for WWI.
- The belief that Bosnia should belong to Serbia fueled the nationalist sentiments and led to a declared expansion of conflict.
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Explore the pivotal causes of World War I with these flashcards based on the M.A.N.I.A. acronym. Each card highlights a key cause, including Militarism, Alliances, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Assassination, and provides insightful definitions. Perfect for students looking to grasp the complexities of WWI's origins.
