Origins or WW1 Flashcards
Between 1870-1914, what percentage did military spending increase?
300%
What did the Tsar attempt to do in 1899 and where?
Tried to come to an agreement in stopping arms build up at the Hague. No agreement was made.
What happened in the Algaciras Conference?
Italy supported Britain and France’s right to transfer the control of Morocco. This showed a weakness in the Triple Alliance.
What did Russia and Germany want from the Balkans?
A port in the Adriatic sea.
What did Austria-Hungary want from the Balkans?
A chance to increase the strength of their empire and prevent nationalism.
What did Balkan states want?
A chance for independance
Why did Germany need to go through Belgium?
In order for Germany to defeat France as quickly as possible, they needed use of Belgium’s railway system.
Why did Serbia resent Austria-Hungary?
Austria had annexed Bosnia and worked to ensure Albania became an independent nation, which prevented Serbia gaining a port to the Adriatic Sea.
Why did Austria-Hungary resent Serbia?
Serbia had doubled in size due to the Balkan wars and therefore caused Bosnia to seek unification with their Slavic brothers, seeking nationalism which would undo Austria-Hungary’s empire.
How many Serbians live in Bosnia?
Six million
What did the ultimatum given to Serbia by Austria-Hungary signify?
They wanted an excuse for war.
