History Flashcards
What was the main reason for the start of the Great War?
Assassination of Franz Ferdinand
Why was the Great War referred to as ‘great’?
It was a larger war than ever seen before
When was WW1?
1914 - 1918
Describe the significance of the Great War in the context of human history.
The Great War was significant as the bloodiest conflict in human history up to that point, involving millions of casualties and unprecedented use of deadly weapons.
Define the long-term causes of the Great War.
The long-term causes of the Great War included militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism, which created a volatile environment leading to the outbreak of war.
What impact did the Great War have on Britain?
The Great War affecting the lives of every individual in the country, left the army in ruins and resulting in the loss of millions of soldiers, sailors, and airmen.
How many people were killed during WW1?
Around 9 million people were killed during the Great War, with over 5000 deaths occurring every day for more than four years.
Describe the alliances involved in the Great War.
During the Great War, countries were split into two main alliances: the Allies (including Britain, France, Russia) and the Central Powers (including Germany, Austria-Hungary).
What decision did the Archduke make after the failed bomb attack?
He cancelled the rest of his visit but decided to visit those injured by the bomb before heading home.
What decision did the Archduke make after the failed bomb attack?
He cancelled the rest of his visit but decided to visit those injured by the bomb before heading home.
What occurred when the Archduke got into the car again at 11:00am?
The car drove faster, but the driver took a wrong turn near Schiller’s cafe, where the driver stopped to turn around.
What happened when the Archduke’s car stopped?
Gavrilo Princip, who was nearby, shot both Franz Ferdinand and his wife.
Describe the events that led to the outbreak of war following the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand.
Austria-Hungary blamed Serbia for the assassination, leading to a chain reaction of declarations of war between various countries.
