world war 1 Flashcards
What is the name of the war that spread throughout the world between 1914 and 1918?
World War I
Which two countries became enemies due to the unification of Germany?
France and Germany
What was the political status of Germany at the beginning of the 19th century?
There was no country called Germany; there were about 350 small states.
Who was the skillful leader that created the country called Germany?
Otto von Bismarck
In what year was the united Germany established?
1870
What action did Bismarck take to demonstrate the strength of Germany?
Started a war with France
What was the outcome for France in the war started by Bismarck?
France suffered heavy losses
Fill in the blank: The war that spread throughout the world between 1914 and 1918 is named as _______.
World War I
Fill in the blank: Otto von Bismarck established the united Germany in _______.
1870
True or False: There were about 350 small states in what is now Germany at the beginning of the 19th century.
True
Who was the creator of Germany and what was his stance on colonization?
Bismarck was satisfied with the establishment of a powerful and united Germany and was not interested in colonization.
Bismarck’s primary focus was on consolidating Germany rather than expanding its territories overseas.
What was the aim of German Emperor William II regarding colonization?
William II aimed to establish a German empire through colonization, acting against Bismarck’s aims.
His aggressive foreign affairs policy generated suspicion among other nations.
Which countries were leading in the competition for colonies by the mid-19th century?
The leading countries were:
* Britain
* Belgium
* France
* Portugal
* Spain
* Holland
Britain held the highest number of colonies during this period.
What was Germany’s motivation for seeking colonies in Asia and Africa?
Germany sought to find a market for their products due to rapid industrial development after the establishment of a united Germany.
This ambition heightened suspicions among other nations, particularly Britain.
What was the impact of competition for armaments among European powers?
There was a significant competition for armament production among European countries, driven by the belief in being armed to increase power.
This competition contributed to rising tensions and nationalism in Europe.
What did German commander Von Volk state about armaments?
Von Volk stated, ‘you will have to be armed for 50 years to protect what you have gained in 5 years by means of armaments.’
This reflects the dependency on armaments for national security.
What were the two camps that emerged in Europe after Bismarck’s foreign policy?
The two camps were:
* Central Powers: Germany, Austria, and Italy
* Allied Camp: Britain, France, and Russia
These alliances were formed based on mutual interests and fears.
What territories did Germany capture from France after the war in 1870?
Germany captured Alsace and Lorraine from France.
This acquisition created ongoing fears of revenge from France.
What was the ‘Sarajevo incident’ and its significance?
The ‘Sarajevo incident’ was the assassination of Austria’s heir, Franz Ferdinand, and his wife by two Serbians, leading Austria to declare war on Serbia.
This event is considered the closest reason for the beginning of World War I.
When did Austria declare war against Serbia?
Austria declared war on Serbia on 28th July 1914.
This declaration was a response to Serbia’s refusal to meet Austria’s demands for compensation.
True or False: Bismarck’s foreign policy aimed to strengthen ties with France.
False
Bismarck’s policy was focused on isolating France and building friendships with other powerful countries.
Fill in the blank: The two fertile areas captured by Germany from France were _______.
Alsace and Lorraine
These areas were significant due to their agricultural productivity and strategic importance.
