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What years was World War I fought?
1914-1918
These countries made up the Triple Alliance for World War I
Germany, Austria-Hungary, Turkey
Who led the US Army against Pancho Villa of Mexico?
John J. Pershing
Why was the failure of not having Russia as an alliance a problem for Germany?
They were weak, having to fight the Western Front by themselves
These countries made up the Triple Entente for World War I?
Great Britain, France, Russia
This area was known as the "Powder Keg" of Europe?
The Balkan Region
Who assassinated Austria Hungary Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914?
Gavrilo Princip
Which two areas did Austria-Hungary annex in 1908 which upset Serbia
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Austria Hungary declared war on this country on July 28th 1914
Serbia
These were the four (4) causes for World War I
Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism
On August 1st, 1914 Germany declares war on _____ and on August 3rd declares war on___
Declared war on Russia on Aug.1.1914, Declared war on France on Aug.3.1914
Fighting front which took place on France and Germany's border
Western Front
The Schlieffen Plan was to attack ______ first then turn quickly and attack ________
If a war outbreak occured, Germany would attack France first then Russia
The Schlieffen Plan was the battle plan of this country?
Germany
Type of warfare seen in World War I, in which neither side gained much ground
Trench Warfare
The area between the trenches is known as
"No- man's Land"
Gavrilo Princip was a member of this Serbian nationalist group?
The Black Hand Society
These five (5) were the new military technologies seen during World War I
Poison Gas, Airplanes, Barbed Wire, Tanks, Machine Guns
This fighting "front" was mostly fought on the borders of Germany and Russia in World War I
Eastern Front
Germany defeated Russia in this battle in 1914. Russia lost over 30,000 soldiers
Battle of Tannenburg
What did Russia lack which was one reason their army struggled in World War I
Lack of Industrialization
What was Adolf Hitler's role in World War I?
Messanger
This battle was the longest battle in World War I, which lasted 300 days
Battle of Verdun
This battle took place on July 1st 1916 and where British troops helped France push Germany back
Battle of Somme
What was Winston Churchill's military mistake in WWI?
He held the disaster of a campaign against Turkey
The primary reason why Allied powers were fighting at Gallipoli was to
Weaken the Ottoman Empire, a central power
Which two Allied countries suffered many losses at Gallipoli and celebrate ANZAC day on April 25th
Australia and New Zealand
On May 7th, 1915 Germany sank this British ocean liner killing 128 Americans
The Lusitania
This German policy was put into place in 1917 that they would attack without warning around Britain and other areas to sink cargo and civilian ships?
Unrestricted submarine Warfare
What is a German U-Boat?
Naval Submarines
Which country wrote the Zimmerman telegram? Which country did this note try to involve into the war, and why?
Germany, tried to involve Mexico in the war to get back land lost to the U.S
What is significant about April 2nd 1917?
U.S. declares war on Germany
What were the four (4) main reasons why the U.S. joined the Allies in World War I?
Americans felt a bond with England, shared common ancestry, language, similar GOV. economic ties strong w/ allies.
This policy is when a government devotes all resources necessary to win war? What did government control
Monroe Doctrine
be able to recognize what a propaganda poster looks like** How is propganda used in war?
One-sided info to persuade citizens and support the war
What are the 3 actions that the government did to help efforts during war
Controlled Economy, Rationing, Propoganda
What work did women do to help the United States in World War I (list 3)
Worked in factories and offices, provided clothing & ammunition. Worked as red cross nurse on front ines
This was the treaty between Russia and Germany that would end Russia's involvement in WWI in 1917
Treaty of Brest-Litovsk
What is significant about 11/11/1918? What is this date known as?
Germany signs an armstice
Who are the "big four" countries who met at Versailles?
U.S.,France, Italy, great britain
He was the British representative at the Paris Peace conference at Versailles?
David Lloyd George
He was the French representative at the Paris Peace conference at Versailles?
Georges Clemenceau
This was an international peace organization after World War I to help reduce tension between nations
Treaty of Versailles
What was the Treaty of Versailles?
International Peace Org. after WWI to help reduce tension between nations
Which part of the Treaty of Versailles made the German people bitter?
Germany took responsibility for the war and had to make up for it.
What year did the United States join WWI? Which side to they join?
April,6, 1917. Joined the allied powers
Why was the League of Nations not effective?
it became too weak
policy in which citizens could only buy small amounts of certain items to help soldiers fighting in war
Rationing
The glorifying of having a strong military power and keeping an army prepared for war is?
Militarism
Which two countries were not invited to the Peace treaty of Paris after WWI?
Germany, Austria-Hungary
What role did nationalism play in the beginning of WWI?
People felt war could be used to demonstrate national superiority
System in which countries would support each other in time of war
Alliance
Which two American Generals led the Allied force in Europe during WWI?
John Pershing
What was one asset that the Russian army had in WWI?
Its numbers
Who seized power for Russia in November revolution of 1917
The Bolshevik party - Lenin
This country was part of the Central Powers, then switched to the Allies beginning of WWI? Why did they do this?
Ottoman Empire
He was the President of the United States during WWI
Woodrow Wilson
United States foreign policy during the first 3 years of WWI was
Strict and Impartial neutrality
what 3 military reductions was given to Germany under the Treaty of Versailles?
Germany must give up weapons, give up colonies, repay France and Germany
What is the League of Nations? Why didnt the US join?
International Peace Organization, U.S. thought they would have anotherWWI conflict, US didnt join
What role did Benito Mussolini play in WWI? Which country is he from
Mussolini is an Italian Nationalist.Fascist takeover moved Hitler to start the Nazi Party in Germany
He was Lenin's comrade in Russia and helped support the Russian Revolution in taking down the Czar. He is
Vladamir Llyich Ulyanov
What happend during the Maji Maji rebellion?
Several thousand Maji Maji attacked but failed to takeover a German Stronghold
Who was responsible for the failure Battle of Gallipoli?
Ian Hamilton
What is Imperialism?
A system in which a rich and powerful country controls other countries or the desire to.
This was considered the "jewel of the crown" for the British Empire
India
What was Hitler's role in WW1?
Messanger, Frontline Soldier
He was the mystical healer who lived in Russian Palace and helped make government decisions which upset people in Russia
Rasputin
What was Lenin slogan to get the Russian people on his side?
"Peace, Land, and Bread"
Which two countries remained independent in Africa during imperialism?
Ethiopia and Liberia
What was Great Britain view on how Germany should be treated after WWI at Treaty of Versailles
Wanted Germany to pay and protect their Navy and stil trade with Germany
What was France's view on how Germany should be treated after WWI at Treaty of Versailles?
Germany must be punished for the war they started. PUNISH THEM , they were afriad of Germany
What did the League of Nations decide on the Saar region of Germany after WWI
Saarland was placed under the Admin. of League of Nations
What is Anschluss?
German for "Union"
Which country after WWI essentially cut Germany into two and was given corridor for Baltic sea?
Poland
What did the League of Nations do with the Rhineland?
It was de-militarised
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