Developments of Alliances Flashcards
What was the purpose for having allies?
To help protect them from other countries e.g. If one country was getting attacked the others would help
When was the triple alliance formed?
1882
Why was the triple alliance formed?
Because German fell treated by French revanchism and Austria was worried that Russia might try and expand into the balkans and Italy wanted to protect itself from attack
What type of alliance was the triple alliance?
defensive military alliance
What was the triple alliance seen as to the French and the Russians?
A major threat
When was the Franco-Russian Alliance formed?
1894
What were the political differences between the French and the Russians?
France was a republic country and Russia was an absolute Monarchy.
Why did Britain not immediately join an alliance?
Because Britain was in “splendid isolation”
What was splendid isolation?
It was the idea that Britain was strong enough by itself .
Name 2 huge advantage about Britain defensive systems?
They a had the best navy and a huge empire which provided wealth and power
what did Britain want to protect in Aisha and Africa?
It’s empire
When was the Entente cordial formed
1904
what did cordial mean in french?
friendly
What was signed in 1907?
Anglo-Rissian agreement
Was the Anglo-Rissian agreement defensive?
No
