Long term causes of WW1

What was the Triple Entente?

In 1907, France, Russia and Britain all signed the Triple Entente, which stated they would all help each other if attacked

What did Britain sign with Belgium?

In 1839, Britain signed an agreement with Belgium promising to help if Belgium was attacked by Germany

Why did France want revenge on Germany?

Germany took land from France in 1871 after the Franco-Prussian War.

What was the Triple Alliance?

In 1882, Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy signed a military alliance. They promised to help each other if attacked.

What was the Schlieffen Plan?

In 1905, The Germans created the Schlieffen Plan; This was their strategy for fighting France and Russia. They would invade France quickly before they fought Russia.

What was Germany jealous of?

Britain and France’s huge empire. Germany was determined to make their own massive empire.

What is an Arms race?

This is a race to see who can build the best weapons; Britain and Germany both built Dreadnoughts, the biggest and most modern warships of their time.

How did Russia plan to get a bigger empire?

Russia was an enemy of Austria-Hungary so wanted to conquer some land there.