history exam Flashcards
Who was in the triple alliance
- Germany
- Austria
- Italy
Who was in the triple entente
- England
- France
- Russia
What is militarism
The belief that a country should maintain a strong military and be prepare to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests
What is imperialism
The expansion of European nations as empires
What is nationalism
Extreme pride in your country
How did imperialism, nationalism and militarism cause WW1
There was a large growth on spending on military, weapons and troops. European powers were competing for power in Europe and military, political and economic power abroad.
How did the assassination of Franz Ferdinand cause WW1
Franz Ferdinand is shot by Bosnian Serb nationalists who want to be independent from Austria-Hungary. AH balmes Serbia without proof and declares war. Russia who is allies with serbia mobilizes military. Germany goes to war with Russia. France who is allied with Russia goes to war with Germany and everyone ends up getting involved.
What happened in Vimy Ridge battle
It involved Canadian soldiers taking the ridge back from the Germans
Where is Vimy Ridge
Northern France
Why is the battle of Vimy Ridge important?
The ridge was considered impossible to capture and Canada gained international recognition their skills.
Canadians were recognized as capable and independent soldiers.
Over 1000 Canadians were killed. The loss and sacrifice made Vimy Ridge a key part of national consciousness.
What was the fighting like in passchendaele
The battle was brutal and bloody due constant artillery bombardments. Many soldiers got stuck in the mud and often drowned or got trapped in craters.
Where is passchendaele
Belgium
What was the importance of the Passchendaele battle.
It showed the courage of Canadian soldiers
became a symbol of their strength
helped build Canada’s reputation
The high casualty rates and sacrifice are remembered as a part of Canada’s contribution to the war and the heavy cost with it
Where was Ypres
Belgium
What happened in the Battle of Ypres
Chlorine gas was released but the Canadian soldiers were able to hold their ground, counterattack and prevent the Germans from advancing further.
Why was the battle of ypres important
Showed that Canada could hold its own
showed resilience and courage
earned respect and recognition
built Canada’s reputation as determined and effective
Where is the sommes
northern France
What was the battle like in the sommes
The canadians were supposed to break through the german defenses to relieve pressure on the french who were fighting at verdun
What was the outcome of the battle at the somme
allies advanced a few miles and didn’t defeat germany fully
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Why was the battle of the sommes important
Heavy losses were remembered as canada’s contribution to the war
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