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What is the definition of Militarism?
Glorification of military power and aggressive build-up of armed forces.
What is the definition of Nationalism?
Strong sense of pride and devotion to one's nation, often leading to the belief in its superiority.
What is the definition of Imperialism?
Policy of extending a country's power through colonization and control of other territories.
What was the Schlieffen Plan?
Germany's strategy to quickly defeat France by invading through Belgium.
What was the Black Hand?
A Serbian nationalist terrorist group aiming to create an independent Serb state.
What were Dreadnoughts?
Battleships built by Britain in response to Germany's naval build-up, escalating tensions.
What was the Triple Alliance?
A pre-WWI alliance between Austria-Hungary, Germany, and Italy (later the Ottoman Empire).
What was the Triple Entente?
A pre-WWI alliance between Britain, France, and Russia.
What was the Congress of Vienna?
A conference of European powers that aimed to establish a balance of power after the Napoleonic Wars.
What was the goal of German Naval Laws?
To expand the German navy, leading to a naval arms race with Great Britain.
What happened during the Balkan Wars (1912-1913)?
Conflicts arose from conflicting nationalist aims in the Balkan region.
What happened on June 28, 1914?
Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary was assassinated in Sarajevo.
What was the significance of the German Naval Laws (1898-1912)?
Germany expanded its navy, leading to a naval arms race with Great Britain and increasing tensions.
What was the impact of France implementing a 3-year military service law in 1913?
It further intensified the military build-up across Europe, increasing the likelihood of war.
What was the result of Austria-Hungary's ultimatum to Serbia?
Serbia refused some demands, leading Austria-Hungary to declare war, triggering a chain reaction.
What was the result of Germany's invasion of Belgium?
Great Britain declared war on Germany, joining the Allied Powers.
What was the purpose of the Schlieffen Plan in 1905?
Germany planned an attack on France through Belgium to achieve a swift victory.
What was the result of Russia mobilizing its forces?
Germany declared war on Russia.
What was the effect of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
It triggered a chain reaction of declarations of war due to the alliance system.
What was the impact of the scramble for colonies in Africa?
It disrupted the balance of power established by the Congress of Vienna and increased competition between European powers.
Who was Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
The heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne whose assassination triggered World War I.
Who was Gavrilo Princip?
A Serbian nationalist who assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand.