humanities revision (WW1)

whos was in the triple alliance?

Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy

who was in the triple entente?

France, Russia and Britain

causes of ww1?

Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism

defintion of conscription

Compulsory enlistment for state service, typically armed forces

defintion of nationalism

An intense form of patriotism and loyalty to one's nation

definiton of militarism

The belief that a country should maintain strong military capability.

definition of alliances

A union formed for mutual benefit.

definition of imperialism

A policy of extending a country's power through colonisation of less-developed countries.

definiton of plebiscite

A direct vote of all members for an important public question

definiton of referendum

An Australian vote on a single political question for a direct decision.

definition of 'no mans land'

The dangerous, empty stretch of ground between opposing trench lines.

defintion of trench warfare

• A type of combat in which opposing troops fight from trenches facing each other.

how did the industrial revoluton contribute to ww1?

The Industrial Revolution heavily impacted WW1, due to the ability to create advanced weaponry. The Industrial Revolution enabled mass production of guns and bullets for many countries, it also made it possible to possess many different minerals and materials, such as coal and iron.

when did ww1 start and end?

28 July 1914 - 11 November 1918

what triggered event sparked ww1?

The assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand by Gavrilo Princip, on July 28, 1914

what occured after the assassination?

WW1 begins when Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia

what is the first battle of marne.

Britain and France defend against Germany, who has invaded Belgium and Northeast France.

whats the schlieffen plan?

The Schlieffen plan was designed to allow Germany to win against both surrounding countries France and Russia. The plan was too knock out one country quicky, and then deal with the other. However, this plan did not work as many strategic miscalculations occurred such as the strength of Britain.

what is a front?

A 'front’ in war refers to a contested zone where opposing military forces are in contact or where battles are fought.

what were the major fronts?

Western Front (France and Belgium) and Eastern Front (Eastern Europe, such as Russia agasint Austria-Hungary)

what were the secondary front?

Balkan Front (Austria-Hungary, Bulgaria and the Ottoman Empire against Serbia, Greece, and France)

what were the parts of the trenches?

Front-line, support line and reserve line.

who fought in the battle of gallipoli?

Australia, New Zealand, Britain and France

what caused the battle of gallipoli?

An attempt to gain access to Russia.

whats the anzac legend?

The ANZAC legand is a concept representing the spirit of courage and endurance by Australian and New Zealand soldiers.

was there a conscription in australia?

No, all soldiers volunteered.

how did women contribute to the home front?

Women contributed to the home front by supported the war through fundraising, knitting and managing households while the men were away. Women also filled roles that the men previously had. Women also took part in nursing.

how did WW1 end?

WW1 ended with an armistice on November 11, 1918 when Germany surrended to allied forces, bringing the fighting on the western front to a halt. The war officially conluded a year later with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles on June 28, 1919, causing Germany having to pay reparations.

what did germany sign in 1919?

The war officially conluded a year later with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles on June 28, 1919, causing Germany having to pay reparations.