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Causes of WWI Jeopar
10 Olivos, Diana Muñoz
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Militarism | The belief that a country should maintain a strong military and be prepared to use it aggressively. |
| Alliances | Agreements between countries to support each other during war or conflict. |
| Imperialism | A policy where stronger nations extend their power through colonies and territories. |
| Nationalism | Extreme pride and loyalty to one’s country or ethnic group. |
| Archduke Franz Ferdinand | Heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne whose assassination triggered WWI. |
| Gavrilo Princip | Serbian nationalist who assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand. |
| Triple Alliance | Alliance between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy before WWI. |
| Triple Entente | Alliance between Britain, France, and Russia before WWI. |
| Balkans | Region in southeastern Europe known as the “powder keg of Europe.” |
| Blank Cheque | Germany’s promise of unconditional support to Austria-Hungary in 1914. |
| Arms Race | Competition between countries to build stronger militaries and weapons. |
| Anglo-German Naval Race | Competition between Britain and Germany to build the strongest navy. |
| Bosnia | Territory annexed by Austria-Hungary that increased tensions in Europe. |
| Alsace-Lorraine | Territory disputed between France and Germany. |
| Weltpolitik | Germany’s foreign policy aimed at becoming a world power. |
| Franco-Prussian War | Franco-Prussian War |