The Franco-Russian Alliance Flashcards
Who were in the Franco-Russian Alliance?
France and Russia
Strange alliance between the autocratic Tsar of Russia and the people’s republic of France
(different rules of country)
What was the Franco-Russian Alliance?
A defensive alliance, where they agreed to join the other if either of them were attacked by Germany or Austria-Hungary
When was the Franco-Russian Alliance?
In 1893, after Bismarck was dismissed in 1890 by Kaiser Wilhelm II, whom prevented France from allying itself with Russia. It took two years to negotiate a treaty
Why was the Franco-Russian Alliance an unlikely alliance?
The Tsar would have preferred to ally with Germany due to family relations and monarchy rule but the Kaiser wasn’t interested. Strange alliance between the autocratic Tsar of Russia and the people’s republic of France
Why was there a Franco-Russian Alliance?
France wanted revenge for losing in the Franco-Prussian War (1870-71) and the Treaty of Frankfurt (1871): -Losing the provinces Alsace-Lorraine -Reparations of 5 Billion Francs But they couldn't do it alone. Germany didn't want to ally with Russia
What was the effect of the Franco-Russian Alliance on Europe?
Surrounded the Triple Alliance so in the event of war, Germany would have to fight on both frontiers. Increases tension as France can attack Germany. Balances power of the Triple alliance and the Franco-Russian Alliance.
