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Mutual assistance pacts of all types meant that when any one country was involved in a conflict numerous others were automatically called on for and involved.
In the early 20th century the powers of Europe readied them selves for war. Every government know it would happen so they forged allegiance's.
France and Russia had an alliance for many years but in 1907 Britain joined to create The Triple Entente.
Another alliance of powers was signed in 1882 between the Kingdom of Italy, The German Empire and The Austria-Hungary Empire. This was called the Triple Alliance of the Central Powers.
There were many other Alliances between nations in Europe that effected who ended up on what side.
Austria-Hungary had recently annexed Bosnia. This angered the Russians as they believed themselves to be the leaders of the Slavic people. Russia formed an alliance with Serbia.
The act that started the war was the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the heir to the thrown of Austria-Hungary, on 28 June 1914.
Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia and moved troops over the border.
Russia, being allies of Serbia declared war on Austria-Hungary.
Germany, being allies of Austria-Hungary declared war on Russia and France.
Britain had pledge they would help defend Belgium from attack in the The Treaty of London.
Germany tried to sidestep the French forces and attack through Belgium. this brought The British Empire into the war.
The Ottoman Empire was an old enemy of Russia and made an alliance with The Central Powers.
Bulgaria was feeling bitter over a previous defeat at the hands of Serbia and joined the Central Powers (Germany and Austria).
The Queen of Romania was 1st cousins with the King of Britain and the Tzar of Russia and persuaded her husband to join the Entente alliance.
Britain had an alliance with Japan and the Emperor of Japan sent troops to help the British.
Italy did not join the Central Powers as they said they would in the Triple Alliance. Instead Italy joined the Entente Allies in 1915 fighting against the Central Powers.
The USA did not join the war until 1917 after a German Naval attack on The American passenger ship The Lusitania.
The war was not only in Europe but also in the colonies in African, Asia and the Pacific.
Had there been no Alliances the war would have been between Austria-Hungary and Serbia.
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∙ 12y agoMutual assistance pacts of all types meant that when any one country was involved in a conflict numerous others were automatically called on for and involved.
In the early 20th century the powers of Europe readied them selves for war. Every government know it would happen so they forged allegiance's.
France and Russia had an alliance for many years but in 1907 Britain joined to create The Triple Entente.
Another alliance of powers was signed in 1882 between the Kingdom of Italy, The German Empire and The Austria-Hungary Empire. This was called the Triple Alliance of the Central Powers.
There were many other Alliances between nations in Europe that effected who ended up on what side.
Austria-Hungary had recently annexed Bosnia. This angered the Russians as they believed themselves to be the leaders of the Slavic people. Russia formed an alliance with Serbia.
The act that started the war was the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the heir to the thrown of Austria-Hungary, on 28 June 1914.
Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia and moved troops over the border.
Russia, being allies of Serbia declared war on Austria-Hungary.
Germany, being allies of Austria-Hungary declared war on Russia and France.
Britain had pledge they would help defend Belgium from attack in the The Treaty of London.
Germany tried to sidestep the French forces and attack through Belgium. this brought The British Empire into the war.
The Ottoman Empire was an old enemy of Russia and made an alliance with The Central Powers.
Bulgaria was feeling bitter over a previous defeat at the hands of Serbia and joined the Central Powers (Germany and Austria).
The Queen of Romania was 1st cousins with the King of Britain and the Tzar of Russia and persuaded her husband to join the Entente alliance.
Britain had an alliance with Japan and the Emperor of Japan sent troops to help the British.
Italy did not join the Central Powers as they said they would in the Triple Alliance. Instead Italy joined the Entente Allies in 1915 fighting against the Central Powers.
The USA did not join the war until 1917 after a German Naval attack on The American passenger ship The Lusitania.
The war was not only in Europe but also in the colonies in African, Asia and the Pacific.
Had there been no Alliances the war would have been between Austria-Hungary and Serbia.
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What does MAIN stand for in the cause of world war 1?
Militiarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism
Will alliances cause another world war?
Alliance will not cause another World War because everyone will feel protected s they will feel that there is no need to fight at least until something massive happens in the world.
One cause of World War 1 was the?
One cause of World War 1 was militarism. Additional causes include alliances, nationalism, imperialism, and past conflicts between the great European powers.
Why did the empire race help to cause World War 1?
Alliances and mutual aid and protection pacts mean that nations both large and small were drawn into the conflict.
What were the alliances that France had during World War 2?
The alliances France had were Britain and obviously the United states.
How did the alliances help cause World War 2?
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What does MAIN stand for in the cause of world war 1?
Militiarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism
What factor was a major cause of the outbreak of World War 1?
complicated systems of alliances
What combinations best explain the cause of world war 1?
miltarism,alliances,imperialism,nationalism
What could be the immediate cause of World War I?
The main cause of world war 1 was all of the alliances nations made. It was also because Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated by a terrorist.
Will alliances cause another world war?
Alliance will not cause another World War because everyone will feel protected s they will feel that there is no need to fight at least until something massive happens in the world.
Did alliances cause conflict among the great powers?
Alliances (by themselves) were not the cause of conflict in the Second World War. However prior to the First World War, Alliances played a contributing factor to the increase in tensions, the failure to resolve issues through diplomatic means, and the decisions of Austria-Hungary & Germany to launch offensive action against Serbia & France.
One cause of World War 1 was the?
One cause of World War 1 was militarism. Additional causes include alliances, nationalism, imperialism, and past conflicts between the great European powers.
What is the core cause of World War 1?
Complex European alliances (APEX)
What is the most important long term cause in World War 1?
alliances is the most important long term reason
How was alliances a cause of World War 1?
An alliance system that required allies to aid one another in armed conflicts.
There were two alliances during World War 1 who wre they?
the triple alliances & the triple entente
