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Unraveling the Causes of the Great War

Delve into the roots of the Great War, exploring militarism, alliance systems, nationalism, imperialism, and the triggering assassination. Discover how these factors intertwined to ignite one of the most significant conflicts in history.

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Unraveling the Causes of the Great War

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  1. The Causes of the Great War

    Militarism, Alliance System, Nationalism, Imperialism & Assassination
  2. Militarism A Political Philosophy (A way of making Governmental Decisions) Attempting to solve political issues through Threats, Brinksmanship (almost going to war), and War Common attitude among European Powers before 1914 Started with Germany (became extremely large and powerful after winning three wars)
  3. Consequences of Militarism Billions of dollars spent on building massive army’s and weapons (for example Germany’s Army in 1914 had approx. 8 million men, France: 6 million, Russia: 10 Million Arms Race (new battleships known as Dreadnoughts built by Germany and Britain) Bad relations between nations
  4. Alliance System Germany was once 32 separate nations In 1871, these small nations joined to form the most powerful nation in the world The new Germany was careful not to start problems. However, after a new king entered power (Kaiser Wilhelm II), Germany became aggressive, interfered in the business of other nations, built a powerful navy, & pushed for colonies around the world
  5. Alliance System Part 2 Germany’s aggression soon provoked France and Russia to from an alliance (Dual Entente) Germany’s new navy scared Britain into join France and Russia (Triple Entente) In response, Germany formed an alliance with Austria/Hungary and Italy
  6. Consequences of Alliances An attack on one was an attack on all Therefore, no little conflicts If something starts (no matter who starts it or why), everyone will eventually fight
  7. Nationalism A belief that people of similar cultures should be united Extreme pride and willingness to sacrifice for your country All of Europe was very Nationalistic in 1914
  8. Consequences of Nationalism Led to bad relations between nations Best example is Russia Russia thought it had the right to protect the Balkans because they shared a similar culture
  9. Imperialism European nations were trying to build “Empires” by conquering other nations (Africa and Asia) England and France became very rich because of their colonies Germany wanted colonies as well and threatened British and French interests Austria expanded its Empire by conquering much of the Balkans
  10. Consequences of Imperialism Conflict between Britain and France vs. Germany Conflict between Russia and Austria (over Balkans)
  11. Assassination Another Lesson!!!!!
  12. Study Points Long term Causes of WWIMilitarism (solving problems through war)Alliance System (Triple Alliance vs. Triple Entente)Nationalism (Too much pride in your country)Imperialism (competition for colonies) Short Term Cause of WWIAssassination M.A.N.I.A
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