Alliances Flashcards
What was known as the ‘Pax Britanna’?
When there was no major European Wars in the 19th century
Who was apart of the Triple Alliance in 1882?
Germany, Austro-Hungary and Italy
What was Revanchism?
When Germany felt threatened by the French seeking revenge
What were Russia going to expand into which concerned Austria?
The Balkans (located next to Italy who wanted protection from an attack)
What type of Alliance was the Triple Alliance?
A defensive military alliance
What is a defensive military alliance?
An alliance which meant that if one country was attacked, the others would help
Who was apart of the Franco-Russian Alliance in 1894?
France and Russia
What type of alliance was the Franco-Russian Alliance?
A defensive military alliance
Why did Britain not immediately join an alliance?
Splendid Isolation
What was ‘Splendid Isolation’?
The idea that Britain was strong enough by itself, they had no fear of invasion and they had a huge empire which provided wealth and power
When was the Entente Cordiale between Britain and France agreed?
1904
What was the Entente Cordiale not?
A defensive alliance
What did the Entente Cordiale intend to do?
Avoid future conflict about North Africa
Who was apart of the Anglo-Russian Agreement?
Britain and Russia
When was the Anglo-Russian Agreement?
1907
