Assassination at Sarajevo and events leading to war Flashcards
On what date was Franz Ferdinand assassinated?
28th June 1914
Who assassinated him?
Gavrilo Princip
What attempts had been made on the life of Archduke Franz Ferdinand on this day?
Hand grenade thrown at his car by Cabrinovic, then Princip shot him at point blank range as he was in his car
Who were the Black Hand, what did they want and when were they formed?
Ten men formed it in 1911, secret society aimed at uniting all Serbs. by 1914 2,500 members - some in the Serb army
Why was Serbia in stronger position after 1913?
Victories in Balkans Wars 1912-3 meant Serbia was now the strongest of the Balkan countries (Austria-Hungary was not happy)
How many points were in the ultimatum sent to Serbia by Austria-Hungary?
10
Which point did Serbia refuse?
Point 6 - Austria-Hungary influencing the justice system in Serbia
When does Austria Hungary declare war on Serbia?
28th July 1914
When does Germany declare war on Russia?
1st August 1914
On what date did Germany declare war on France and send troops into Belgium?
3rd August 1914
