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Nationalism of Europe
Nationalism was a main cause for World War I, as well the the others. Nationalism is a form of patriotism and loyalty to countries. Nationalists had their interests set on their country and theirs alone above anyone else’s. Europeans believed in keep their culture, economics, and military with their nation, which led them to being seen as “over-confident,” causing conflict between other countries. It fuelled many people’s anger. -
The Rise of Hitler
The Rise of Adolf Hitler first began with he became the power dictator and leader of a Nazi Germany and Nazi Party in 1889. Hitler's rise to power began after the First World War, where he first was a german soldier in war. The effect Hitler had on the world was extremely negative; he was known as “evil” to many nations. He destroyed many empires as he was in power and he took advantage of many people. -
Imperialism with Japan and Russia
Imperialism led to World War I because it created war. Imperialism is a system where a large nation has control over multiple colonies, if not one, and could claim any colony and territory as their own. In 1904, it created a horrible war between Japan and Russia, causing the war to continue further down to Korea and Southern China. -
Germany’s Blank Check to Austria-Hungary
On July 6th of 1914, Wilhelm II and his Imperial Chancellor, Theobald von Bethmann-Hollweg,sent out a telegram to Berchtold that said that Austria-Hungary could rely on Germany because they would support whatever action was necessary to deal with Serbia -- in effect offering von Berchtold a 'blank check.' -
Alliances Formed
Alliances was known to be the number one cause that led to the first World War to occur. An alliance was created for the political, economic, and military agreement between nations. In 1914, the Great Powers of Europe had gathered together to form alliance blocs. These two opposing blocs meant that war between the nations could lead to a huge war between every one. -
World War I Begins
On June 28th in 1914, World War I officially began. Britain, France, Ireland and Russia were part of an alliance called the “Triple Entente”, while Germany joined with the Austria-Hungary – known as the “Central Powers.” The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife in Sarajevo on June 28th, 1914 triggered a chain of events that caused the first war to start. -
Assassination of Sophie and Archduke
In 1914-5, on June 28th, Archduke Ferdinand and his wife, Sophie were murdered by a 19 year old named Gavrilo Princip. On June 28th, the two happened to be touring around Sarajevo in a wide open car, and was thrown off by a bomb being thrown to their car. After their death, it created chaos. Many people put blame on Serbia and wanted war. World War I was officially started a week after when Russia, Belgium, France, Great Britain, and Serbia had all turned against each other. -
Sinking of Lusitania
On Friday, 7 May 1915 during the First World War, Cunard ocean took RMS Lusitania into its depths. Germany waged submarine against the United Kingdom which had a naval blockade in Germany. The ship was later identified and by the German U-boat U-20 and sank within just 18 minutes. -
Zimmerman Telegram
In January of 1917, the Zimmermann Telegram was a secret communication connection issued from the German Foreign Office that suggested to form a military alliance between Germany and Mexico during the event of the United States entering World War I against Germany. -
U.S Enters WWI
U.S. entered into World War I on April 2nd of 1917. President Woodrow Wilson went to a joint session of Congress to request a declaration of war against Germany and later, the United States declared war on Germany on December 7, 1917. -
Germany's Resumption
On February 1st of 1917, the lethal threat of the German U-boat submarine is brought to people’s attention again. Germany returns to the policy of unrestricted submarine warfare it had suspended after they felt pressured by the United States and other countries. -
Effects of The World War I
World War I had a large impact and effect on America. The impact of the Great War with the United States saw political, economic and social changes. The horrible impact on the world was that during the WWI was that 20 million people died in battle and 21 million were injured. In total, there were 9.7 million military deaths and 10 million civilian deaths after World War I ended. New nations were created :Austria, Hungary, Czechoslovakia, and Yugoslavia. -
Militarism in Germany
Militarism was mainly centered around German leadership, which was overpowered by Prussia. After the Napoleon Bonaparte event occurred and won over Prussia in 1806, one thing that was ordered for peace was that Prussia should reduce its army to no more than 42,000 men. Prussia enrolled, let go, and continued to lose and gain men in their armies and it led to many consequences. Militarism was also still going around after World War I ended. -
Treaty of Versailles
The Treaty of Versailles was one peace treaty that helped end World War I. It ended the war between Germany and the Allied Powers, which mainly consisted of the United States, British Empire, France, Italy, and Japan. The peace treaty was officially signed on June 28th, 1919. This impacted the Germans a lot; it was said to be a “humiliation” for them. They had to pay a certain sum, but could not, for they did not have enough for it. -
The Great Depression
The great depression was a worldwide economic depression that began in the 1930’s, but originally began in 1929, but it lasted till the 1930’s. It spread across many nations, some experiencing it sooner and some, later. It was known to be extremely long and was hard for many people economically. It caused a major cash in the stock markets around the world. In 1929, stock markets crashed and many couldn’t handle it financially. It was known to be the biggest financial crisis of the 20th century. -
Dawes Plan and Young Plan
After World War I ended, the Triple Entente proposed the Dawes Plan, which went unsuccessful as it tried to get the payment Germany couldn’t afford, which later made them choose a new plan; The Young Plan. The Dawes Plan was originally made to pay off debts, which began with the U.S. but didn’t work out, so the Young Plan helped cut down the amount needed from the different countries. The impact on Germany was a slight relief, due to the debt being cut down by 75%, lessening their price to pay. -
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