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M-A-I-N

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M-militarism
A- alliances
I- imperialism
N-Nationalism

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Long term causes Militarism

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1.Nationalism
2.Alliance systems
3.Imperialism
4. Arms race
5. Military build up
6. Social Darwinism
7. Political Instability
8. Strategic interests

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Arms race

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Britain had a large navy and Germany wanted the same.
Germany and France competed to build larger armies.

Technological advancements in weaponry, particularly in naval fleets and artillery, fueled an arms race among the major powers, heightening tensions and militarization.

The expenses fell on civilians in the form of high taxes.

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Nationalism

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Strong feelings foryour country considering it as superiour. it led to competition among nations to assert dominance and prove superiority, often through military means.

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Alliance systems

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The formation of military alliances such as the Triple Entente (France, Russia, and Britain) and the Triple Alliance (Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy) created a climate of mutual defense obligations and increased militarization.

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Imperialism

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The scramble for colonies and overseas territories led to the buildup of military forces to protect and expand imperial interests.

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Military buildup

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Governments invested heavily in military infrastructure, technology, and personnel, fostering a culture of militarism and readiness for conflict.

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Social Darwinism

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The belief in the survival of the fittest applied to nations, encouraging militaristic ideologies and justifying aggressive expansionism.

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Political Instability

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Political instability refers to a condition where a country experiences uncertainty, unrest in itsgovernment or political system..

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Strategic interests

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Strategic interests are the important goals or objectives that a country aims to achieve to maintain its security, enhance its influence, or protect its vital resources and territories.

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Long term causes alliances

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1.Balance of power
2. Entangling alliances
3. Security concerns
4. Diplomatic manoeuvring
5. Colonial rivalries
6. Mistrust and fear
7. Arms race
8. System of alliances

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Triple entente

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France, Russia, Britain

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Triple alliance

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Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy

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Entangling alliances

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Entangling alliances are agreements between countries where they promise to support each other militarily in case of conflict, which can lead to complicated situations where conflicts between two countries drag in their allies, potentially escalating into larger wars.

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Diplomatic manoeuvring

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Diplomatic maneuvering refers to the actions and strategies employed by governments or diplomats to negotiate, influence, or navigate international relations and agreements in a way that promotes their own interests or goals.

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Colonial rivalries

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Colonial rivalries are competitions between nations for control over colonies or overseas territories.

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Long term causes imperialism

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  1. Territorial Expansion
  2. Economic Interests
  3. National Prestige
  4. Military Strategy
  5. Rivalry and Tension
  6. Ethnocentrism and Racism
  7. Alliance Systems
  8. Patriotism and Jingoism
  9. Decolonization Movements
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Territorial expansion

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European powers engaged in imperialism to acquire colonies and expand their territorial holdings, leading to competition and conflicts over overseas territories.

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Economic interests

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Imperialism provided access to valuable resources, markets, and trade routes, which were essential for the economic prosperity and industrial growth of European nations.

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Imperialism

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Imperialism is the practice of extending a nation’s power and influence through the acquisition of territories, often by colonization, military conquest, or economic domination, to assert control over resources, markets, and strategic locations.

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National prestige

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National prestige refers to the reputation that a country holds in the eyes of the international community, often based on its military power, economic strength, cultural influence, or achievements.

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Military strategy

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Military strategy involves planning and decision-making by a country’s armed forces to achieve specific objectives in warfare, such as defeating an enemy, protecting territory, or achieving political goals.

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Ethnocentrism and Racism

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Ideologies of ethnocentrism and racism were used to justify imperial conquests and subjugation of indigenous peoples, perpetuating discriminatory attitudes and policies.

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Alliance systems

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Imperial possessions often became entangled in the alliance systems of European powers, increasing the risk of conflicts spreading beyond their colonial borders.

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Patriotism and Jingoism

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Imperialism was promoted as a patriotic endeavor, stirring up nationalist fervor and jingoistic sentiments among populations, which further reinforced militaristic attitudes.

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Decolonization Movements:

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in essence, the decolonization movement represents a quest for liberation, self-governance, and the restoration of dignity for formerly colonized peoples.

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Militarism

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Militarism is a strong emphasis on having a powerful military using it for national interests often preferring military solutions over peaceful ones.

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Long term causes for nationalism

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  1. Ethnic and Cultural Identity
  2. Desire for Self-Determination
  3. Expansionist Ambitions
  4. Pride and Patriotism
  5. Competitive Nationalism
  6. Language and Culture
  7. Revanchism
  8. Propaganda and Education
  9. Colonial Nationalism
  10. Influence of Romanticism
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Ethnic and Cultural Identity

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Strong feelings of ethnic and cultural identity fostered nationalist movements, particularly in regions with diverse populations or under foreign rule.

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Desire for Self-Determination

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Nationalist aspirations fueled demands for self-determination and independence, leading to conflicts between subject peoples and imperial powers.

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Expansionist Ambitions

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Nationalist ideologies often promoted expansionism, as nations sought to unify fragmented ethnic groups or reclaim territories they perceived as historically belonging to them.

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Pride and Patriotism

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Nationalism instilled a sense of pride and patriotism among populations, fostering unity and loyalty to the nation-state.

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Competitive nationalism

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Intense competition among nations to prove their superiority and assert dominance fueled nationalist sentiments and conflicts over territory, resources, and influence

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Cultural nationalism

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Nationalist movements emerged in colonial territories, challenging imperial powers and demanding independence, contributing to tensions and conflicts on a global scale.

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what was the short term cause of the great war?

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the assassination in Sarajevo

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what is a blank check in a historical context

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In a historical context, the “blank check” is often associated with an incident that occurred in the lead-up to World War I. In July 1914, after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary, the German Kaiser Wilhelm II sent a message to Austria-Hungary offering unconditional support, essentially giving Austria-Hungary a “blank check” to deal with Serbia, regardless of the potential consequences.

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Luxembourg

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During the Great War, Luxembourg’s railways were vital for both the Allied and Central Powers due to its strategic location. Although Luxembourg remained neutral, German occupation allowed them to control the railways, facilitating troop and supply movements. This occupation violated Luxembourg’s neutrality and imposed economic hardship.

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what was the schlieffen plan

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The Schlieffen Plan was a German military strategy to quickly defeat France by invading through Belgium before turning to face Russia in the east during World War I. It aimed to avoid a two-front war but failed due to French resistance at the Battle of the Marne, leading to a prolonged conflict.

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why did the schlieffen plan fail short

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  1. belgian resistance
  2. logistical challenges
  3. unforeseen French defenses
  4. over extension of Germany forces
  5. Russian mobilisation
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logistical challenge of schlieffen plan

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The plan relied on rapid movement of troops over long distances, which proved difficult to sustain due to logistical issues such as supply shortages and fatigue.

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who was the schlieffen plan invented by

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Alfred von Schlieffen (german general staff)

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A. v. schliefen was replaced by …

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helmuth von moltke

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telegraphs and radios?

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became scars the closer you got to the front

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German equipment

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germans were better equipped at least true for the guards of troops

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aerial warfare

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was useful for reconnaissance from the start but its power not used until the 1930s

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submarines

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u-boot - when wwI began German armed forces had 29 uboats.

in their first 10 weeks they sank 5 British cruisers

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a way to remember ltc of alliances

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bescdams
b-balance of power
e- entangling alliances
s-security concerns
c- colonial rivalries
d- dimplomatic maneouvering
a-arms race
m- mistrust and fear
s- system of alliances

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a way to remember ltc of militarism

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nasimpas
n- nationalism
a- arms race
s- social darwinism
i- imperialism
m- military build up
p- political instability
a- alliance systems
s- strategic interests

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A way to remember ltc of imperialism

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Mentredap

M-military strategy
E- economic interests
N-national prestige
T- territorial expansion
R- rivalry and tension
E- ethnocentrism and racism
D- decolonisation movements
A- alliance systems
P- patriotism and jingoism

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A way to remember ltc of nationalism

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Predicelipc

P- pride and patriotism
R- revanchism
E- ethnic and cultural identity
D- desire for self determination
I-influence of romanticism
C- competitive nationalism
E-expansionist ambitions
L-language and culture
P- propaganda and education
C- colonial nationalism

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Way to remember why the schlieffen plan failed

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Broul

Dede esistance
R-Russian mobilisation
O- over extension of German forces
U- unforeseen French defences
L- logistical challenges

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