World War I Flashcards

Flashcards reviewing key events, alliances, and figures of World War I.

What countries formed the Triple Alliance and when?

Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy (1879-1882).

What countries formed the Triple Entente and when?

France, Russia, and Great Britain (1891-1907).

What event on June 28, 1914, is considered the start of World War I?

Sarajevo assassination of Franz Ferdinand and Sophie Kotek.

Name some of the countries that formed the Entente Powers.

Russia, France, Great Britain, USA, Italy, Serbia…

Name some of the countries that formed the Central Powers.

Germany, Austria-Hungary, Bulgaria, Ottoman Empire.

What significant actions did Germany take in August 1914?

Germany attacked Russia, France, and Belgium.

What major military operation occurred during March-December 1915?

Dardanelles Operation.

Which side did Italy join in the war in April 1915?

Italy joined the war on the side of the Entente.

Which side did Bulgaria join in the war in September 1915?

Bulgaria joined the war on the side of the Central Powers

What major battle took place from February to November 1916, resulting in a German defeat on the Western Front?

Battle of Verdun.

What major event occurred in April 1917 that significantly impacted the war?

The USA joined the war.

What treaty was signed on March 3, 1918, leading to Russia's exit from the war?

Treaty of Brest-Litovsk.

What were the two main revolutions that took place in Russia during 1917?

February Revolution and October Revolution.

What were the main causes of the February Revolution in Russia?

Poor living conditions.

What did 'Peace, Bread and Land' refer to?

The Bolsheviks' program during the October Revolution.

Who was the leader of the Red Army?

Lav Trotsky.

Name some of the leaders of the White Guard during the Russian Civil War.

Kolchak, Denikin, Yudenich, Wrangel.

When was the USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) created?

December 1922.

What event on June 28, 1914 triggered Austria-Hungary's actions against Serbia?

Sarajevo assassination.

What battle in August 1914 marked the first Entente victory?

Battle of Cer.

Who was the Chief of the General Staff of the Serbian army?

Radomir Putnik.

Approximately how many people died in Serbia during World War I?

1.300.000

What name was agreed for the common state according to the Corfu Declaration?

Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes.

When was the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes proclaimed?

December 1, 1918.