WW1 flashcards

What years did World War I take place?

World War I occurred from 1914 to 1918.

What was one main cause of World War I, represented by the acronym MAIN?

Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism.

Which countries were part of the Allied Powers during World War I?

The Allied Powers included Great Britain, France, Italy, and Russia.

What event is considered the immediate catalyst for the outbreak of World War I?

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.

Name two alliances that existed prior to World War I.

The Triple Entente and the Triple Alliance.

How did imperialism contribute to the tensions leading up to World War I?

It intensified rivalries and conflicts among European powers competing for colonies and resources.

What was the Schlieffen Plan?

Germany's military strategy for fighting a two-front war against France and Russia.

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Versailles for Germany?

Germany accepted war guilt, lost territories, was disarmed, and had to pay reparations.

What was the significance of the United States entering World War I in April 1917?

It was a decisive event enabling the Allies to defeat the Central Powers.

What was the League of Nations, formed after World War I?

An organization aimed at promoting peace and preventing future wars among nations.

What impact did World War I have on totalitarian governments?

It contributed to the rise of Communism in Russia, Nazism in Germany, and Fascism in Italy.

How many Jamaicans served in the British West Indies Regiment during World War I?

Over 10,000 Jamaican men volunteered to serve.

What role did Jamaican women play during World War I?

They supported the war effort through agriculture, fundraising, and wartime charities.

What strategy did Britain use to engage Germany in World War I?

Britain declared war on Germany after Germany invaded neutral Belgium.

What was one major social impact of World War I in Europe?

Approximately six million people died, causing significant labor loss.