Kaiser Wilhelm II's Aims in Foreign Policy

Question 1

What were the Kaiser’s 2 main aims in foreign policy regarding Britain?

Answer 1

• The Kaiser desired to expand his Empire into Africa and find his ‘Place in the Sun’. This threatened Britain’s African Empire.
• The Kaiser was determined to build up a powerful navy, this threatened British Naval Supremacy.

Question 2

What was the Kaiser’s aim in foreign policy regarding France?

Answer 2

The Kaiser was determined to challenge France in Morocco to test the strength of the Entente Cordiale.

Question 3

What was the Kaiser’s aim in foreign policy regarding Russia?

Answer 3

The Kaiser fully supported Austria-Hungary’s aims in the Balkans, whereas Russia supported Serbia, they were against each other.