The Bosnian Crisis Flashcards
Which two countries wanted to claim the Balkans for their empire?
Austria-Hungary and Russia
Why were the Serbs and Russians good allies?
They were both orthodox Christians and Slavic
Why did Russia want the Balkans?
For the Dardanelles and their geographical point (naval advantage)
Why did Austria-Hungary want the Balkans?
To stop their Slavic people becoming independent and joining Yugoslavia
What year did Austria-Hungary annex Bosnia?
1908
Why was Serbia angry that Austria-Hungary annexed Bosnia?
They wanted to create Yugoslavia with all Slavic countries
How did Russia become involved in the Bosnian crisis?
Serbia wasn’t powerful enough so they asked Russia for help
Russia was not happy with Austria-Hungary taking Bosnia
How did Germany become involved?
Germany supported Austria-Hungary and opposed Russia becoming involved
What were the consequences of the Bosnian crisis?
Russia backs down and is humiliated again
A-H and Germany Alliance strengthens
Triple Alliance weakens (by Italy)
Military advancements in Russia
Terrorist groups in Serbia
Triple entente hate A-H and Germany more
War almost breaks out between Germany and Russia
Which 4 countries won their freedom from Turkey prior to the crisis?
Greece, Romania, Bulgaria and Serbia
Why was Serbia scared of Austria-Hungary?
They were scared they’d be the next country to be annexed
