Ch7 WWI and the Russian Revolution Main Causes of WWI
Militarism Dominated national policy Gov. made it seem romantic Arms race was intensifying Media was stirring up public opinions
Arms Race…
Alliances Central Powers Germany Austria Hungary Ottoman Empire Bulgaria Allies UK France Serbia Russia Italy Romania Portugal
Imperialism Divided European nations Germany becoming stronger Russia has vast natural resources & large population
Nationalism Strong in Germany and France French wanted Alsace and Lorraine back Pan-Slavism – all Slavic people share a common nationality War in the Balkans increased tensions “Powder Keg”
Explosion Assassination of Arch Duke Ferdinand Austria-Hungry declares war on Serbia Russia and France support Serbia Germany declares war on Russia and France Germany violates treaty with Britain and marches through neutral Belgium, England declares war on Germany