World War I

Who are the Allied Powers?

France, Britain and Russia

What are the main causes of WWI?

Nationalism, Allies, Imperialism, Militarism, Assassination of Franz Ferdinand

What is Imperiaism?

When one country increases their wealth and power by bringing more territories under their control.

What is Nationalism?

Excessive pride in one’s country.

What happened to Franz Ferdinand?

He was murdered, which created tension between Serbia and Austria Hungary.

Who killed Franz Ferdinand?

The Black Hand group, a 19-year old named Gavrilo Princip.

Who were the Central Powers?

Germany, the Ottoman Empire (now Turkey), and Austria Hungary.

What is an alligence?

An agreement made between two or more countries to help one another if necessary, when ann allegiance is signed the countries become allies.

Why did Austria Hungary declare war on Serbia?

They believed they killed Ferdinand.

What is militarism?

The belief that the government of a country should maintain a strong military and be prepared to use it if necessary

Ferdinand was next in line for…

Austria Hungary.

Why didn’t the Serbians want Franz to rule Bosina?

They were angry that A.H took over.

What was World War 1?

A global war originating in Europe that lasted from July 28, 1914, to November 11, 1918.