WW1 causes reading 1.1

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Flashpoint Sarajevo

The event that triggered World War I, marked by the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914.

Gavrilo Princip

The assassin who shot Archduke Franz Ferdinand and Archduchess Sophie, a member of the Serbian nationalist group known as the Black Hand.

Black Hand

A Serbian nationalist and terrorist organization responsible for the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

Nationalism

A feeling of deep loyalty to one's nation or ethnic group, which contributed to the tensions leading up to World War I.

Triple Entente

The alliance formed by France, Russia, and Britain prior to World War I.

Triple Alliance

The military alliance between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and initially Italy before World War I.

Ultimatum

A final demand or statement of terms, by which one party threatens harmful action if the terms are not accepted.

Militarism

The belief in building up strong armed forces to prepare for war, which contributed to the tensions in Europe before World War I.

Imperialism

The practice of extending a country's power and influence through colonization or military force, competing for colonies fueled tensions among European nations.

Neutrality

The position of not taking sides in a conflict; Belgium was declared neutral, but was invaded, prompting Britain's involvement in World War I.

Casualties

The military term used to refer to persons killed, wounded, captured, or missing in action during war.

Alliance

A formal agreement between two or more nations to cooperate for specific purposes, particularly in military actions.

World War I

A global conflict that lasted from 1914 to 1918, triggered by the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, involving many of the world's great powers.

Poison swallowing

A last act of desperation by Gavrilo Princip after the assassination attempt, which ultimately failed to take his life.

Arms race

A competition between nations to have the most powerful armaments, a significant element of militarism prior to World War I.

Balkans

A region in southeastern Europe that was a hotbed of nationalist tensions and conflicts leading up to World War I.

France's involvement

France joined World War I as an ally of Russia following the declaration of war by Germany.

Canada's role

Canada entered World War I as a part of the British Empire, providing support and troops following Britain’s declaration of war.

The Ottoman Empire

A vast empire that allied with the Central Powers during World War I, controlling strategic regions including parts of the Middle East.