Chapter 20 (THE GREAT WAR)

Alfred Nobel

A wealthy Swedish chemist who established the Nobel Peace Prize

Andrew Carnegie

A philanthropist and industrialist who led the expansion of the American steel industry in the late 19th century

Bismark's System

The German system of alliances created by Bismarck to prevent a French attack and to maintain the balance of power

Dual Alliance

the alliance between Germany and Austria-Hungary; the foundation of pre–World War I German foreign policy

Triple Alliance

anti-French coalition of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy

Reinsurance Treaty

Bismarck’s alliance with Russia

Wilhelm II 

A young impulsive kaiser of germany

Entente Cordiale

agreement between Britain and France

Triple Entente

pre–World War I agreement between Britain, France, and Russia

Francis Ferdinand

the heir to the throne of Austria-Hungary, was assassinated which sparked the war.

militarism

a country believing they should build a strong military and defense

Alliances

A friendly agreement

Imperialism

the extension of power by one person or country over another country

Nationalism

A longing for independence because of pride loyalty and devotion to one’s nation believing their nation should rule itself