World war 1, 272 Flashcards
What happened in 1870-1871?
Defeat for France in the war against Prussia
How did the German Empire get so strong?
The defeat of France
What split the Ottoman Empire?
The secret meetings between Britain and France
What happens on the 9th of November 1918?
Wilhelm abdicates, the imperial government collapses
What day did WW1 start?
28 July 1914
When did WW1 end?
11 November 1918
What were the two main disputes leading to WW1?
One between Germany and France, Other between Russia and Austria-Hungary.
How did they adapt the trenches?
By fortifying with Wooden frames and sandbags
What happened on 28 June 1914?
A Bosnian Serb murdered Archduke Franz Ferdinand
When was Franz Ferdinand murdered?
28 June 1914
When did Austria-Hungary declare war on Serbia?
28 July 1914
When did Germany declare war on Russia?
1 August 1914
When did Germany declare war on France?
3 August 1914
When did Britain join the battle?
4 August 1914
Why did Britain join the battle?
Germany invaded neutral Belgium