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Origins of World War I Origins of World War I (The Great War)(The Great War)
Art Lewandowski Fostoria High School
Four Long Term Causes
MilitarismAlliances Imperialism Nationalism
Imperialism
Dominating countries politically and economically
Closely linked to industry– Need for raw materials and markets
Imperialism Cont.
Causes tensionExamples
– Russo-Japanese War over Korea – France and Great Britain nearly went to
war in Africa
Nationalism
Belief that national interests and national unity should be placed ahead of global cooperation
Self-interest to guide foreign affairs
Nationalism Cont.
Examples:– Germanic peoples (Germany/Austria)
share common heritage and goals– Russia was regarded as the protector of
Slavic peoples
Militarism
Long term military buildup European countries wanted to be
stronger than each otherGermany had become the strongest in
mainland Europe
Militarism Cont.
Results – France, Italy, Japan, and the United
States started to develop more advanced weapons
Alliances
Support other countries if they are attacked
Alliances Cont.
Examples:– Triple Alliance: Central Powers
• Turkey, Austria-Hungary, Germany, Italy (TOE/TAG)
– Triple Entente: Allies• France, Russia, Great Britain (FRUG)
The Spark That Started The War
June 28, 1914 Austrian Archduke Franz Ferdinand assassinated in Sarajevo, Serbia – Gavrilo Princip was the assassin and
was a member of the Black Hand – How did nationalism, imperialism and
militarism both work to cause this?
War is Declared
Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia July 28, 1914
Russia had to support SerbiaGermany had to support Aus-Hun.
Alliances Tear Europe Apart
Ger. declared war on Russia (France’s Ally)
G.B. came to help Fr. after neutral Belgium was invaded
Alliances Tear Europe Apart Cont.
By the end of the summer of 1914 the whole continent of Europe was engulfed in war.
PI I.O.11. Why might the Balkans be called “The
Powder Keg of Europe?”
2. Choose one European country and explain how Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism and Nationalism affected that country and it’s entry into World War I in 1914. (must have spoke and wheel)
What would you do?
Your nation is one of the oldest, wealthiest and most populous in the world. Your Science and tech. industries are the best in the world. But you are surrounded by weaker countries that build up their navies to threaten your colonies and steal your resources. They also want to take some of your territory. You fear they are growing stronger at your expense and eventually they might try to take over your homeland. You might lose your home and cultural heritage forever. What will you do? Why?