Thursday, January 8, 2009

Causes of WWI

During the late 1800's, many complications grew between European countries. Many countries began to store weapons and strenghten their military forces. Much anger and rivalry grew between the countries due to Nationalism and Imperialism. Alliances like the Three Emperors Lead and Triple alliance were formed in case of war. Armies and navies were expanded because of militarism. Because of disagreements, Serbia threatened Austria which caused Russia to threaten about their support of Austria.

Europe was divided into two sides that were angry competitors because of all the alliances made. Each country believed they were the best. All the tension was released when a Serbian assassinated Arch Duke Franz Ferdinand. War broke out between the two contries but other counrties got involoved in the war due to prevoiusly made alliances. Later on, American ships were destroyed by the so they also entered the war and helped the Triple Alliance win.

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