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The Great War: Europe’s Power Struggles and the Path to Conflict

Discover the intricate alliances and tensions that fueled the Great War, known as “The War to End All Wars.” Learn about the formation of the Triple Alliance between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy in 1882, Kaiser Wilhelm II’s naval ambitions, and the significant agreements between France, Russia, and Britain. Delve into the events leading to the 1914 assassination in Serbia and the resulting declaration of war by Austria-Hungary. Explore major battles including Marne and Verdun, alongside the failed Schleiffen Plan that shaped this pivotal conflict.

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The Great War: Europe’s Power Struggles and the Path to Conflict

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  1. The Great War The War to End All Wars

  2. The Power keg of Europe • 1882, Germany, Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Italy form alliance • 1888, Kaiser Wilhelm II and his War Policy • Germany builds up her naval force • 1908, Austro-Hungarian Empire takes over part of Serbia

  3. Historically Important Friendships • 1894, France and Russia sign agreement • 1904, Britain joins this agreement • 1912, Russia and Serbia sign their own agreement

  4. Everyone is keeping busy collecting weapons….

  5. 1914 • Serbian resistance fighters (or terrorists?) assassinate a high ranking member of the Austro-Hungarian Empire • Austro-Hungary declares war on Serbia

  6. It’s kinda like a bar fight…

  7. One Big Brawl

  8. Famous Battles • Marne • Ypres • Gallipoli • Battle of Verdun • Jutland • Battle of the Somme • Hundred Days Offensive

  9. Schleiffen Plan • German military strategy • Take France out quickly • Assumed Russian would be the more formidable opponent • Plan failed • Battle of Marne

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