Chapter 24-Imperalism & WWI Flashcards
In the late 1800’s, powerful countries in Europe raced to control what territories?
Asia and Africa
What were the Europeans looking for when claiming territories in Asia and Africa?
They were looking for resources, improved status, and world power.
Who began to take control of India’s trade?
The British East India company
What did the European countries do when they got to Africa?
They carved Africa into territories and used Africa’s resources.
What was a problem in Africa?
Slavery
In China, what challenged the traditional Chinese way of life?
Contact with European businesses
What wars were fought between the British and the Chinese? Who won? And what did the winner get?
The opium wars were fought between the British and the Chinese. The British won and gained Hong Kong.
Who opened up trade and diplomatic relations? And, with what country?
Matthew Perry. United States.
Why was WWI called “World War”?
Because many countries were fighting.
What are two nicknames for WWI?
“The war to end all wars” and “The Great War”
What are the dates of WWI?
June 28, 1914-June 28, 1919
What are two official events from WWI?
Archduke Ferdinand was assassinated and Treaty of Versailles was signed.
What started WWI?
Archduke Francis Ferdinand was killed in Sarajevo, Bosnia
Where was Archduke Ferdinand the leader?
Austria-Hungary
Who was the Archduke Ferdinand killed by?
Gavrilo Princip
After Ferdinand was killed, what did they try to solve the conflict that didn’t work?
Diplomacy
Who was included in the two sides of WWI?
- USA and Allies: Great Britain, France & Russia
2. Central Powers: Germany, Austria/Hungary, Ottoman Empire (Turkey and part of the Middle East)
When did the US get involved in WWI and why?
- Because Germany attacks our ships and Germany sends the Zimmerman note to Mexico
What is the Zimmerman note?
Germany would give Mexico some US land.
Who won WWI?
The Allies…US, Britain and France
What did WWI do to Europe?
It left Europe in ruins and millions dead.
What is the Treaty of Versailles?
The Treaty of Versailles placed harsh penalties on Germany. Germany had to pay for war damages and the country was an economic mess.
What lead to WWII and Hitler’s rise to power?
Germany had to pay for war damages and they were in an economic mess
What led to the Bolshevik Revolution and a civil war?
Political conflict in Russia.
