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Unraveling the Main Causes of World War I

Discover how militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism ignited The Great War from 1914 to 1918. Understand the impact on Europe and the pivotal role each factor played in this historical conflict.

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Unraveling the Main Causes of World War I

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  1. MAIN and WWI • As with most wars, there were several causes of World War I. • Today, we called the causes of World War I the M.A.I.N. causes. • Militarism, alliances, imperialism and nationalism all played a role in starting what is known as The Great War. World War I would last from 1914 to 1918. The war would cost millions of lives and cause tremendous amounts of damage around Europe.

  2. M-Militarism • Definition: Building up armed forces, getting ready for war. • Example: As Britain had the most powerful navy she was worried about other countries building up their armed forces. This is a worry about militarism.

  3. Weapons of World War I. Countries around Europe were building up their armies, tanks, guns and planes.

  4. A- Alliances • Definition: agreements or promises to defend and help another country. • Example: • Central Powers (Triple Alliance)Germany, Italy and Austria-Hungary • Allied Powers (Triple Entente) France, Great Britain, Russia, U.S.

  5. I-Imperialism • Definition: trying to build up an empire, control colonies • Example: Germany wished to build her empire and expand her control over Europe

  6. N-Nationalism • Definition: having pride in your country, willing to defend it, claiming independence for your country • Example: • The Balkan Peninsula was made up of several European countries such as Serbia, Austria-Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Albania, Greece, Turkeyand Yugoslavia • Many Serbs in Austria-Hungary wanted to take over Serbia • Made them the enemy of the people of Serbia who wanted to keep their independence

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