WW1 sort/long term causes Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 4 long-term causes?
A
Nationalism, Imperialism, Militarism, Alliances.
2
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What is Nationalism?
A
A strong loyalty to your country and belief that its needs are very important important.
3
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What is Imperialism?
A
The policy of one country extending its power and influence to create an empire.
4
Q
What is Militarism?
A
The policy of a country developing powerful weapons and military forces – for defence or attack.
5
Q
What is Alliances?
A
Agreements between two or more countries.
6
Q
What is the short term causes?
A
The assassination of Astro-Hungarian Franz Ferdinand was planned by a group of Serbians on 28 June 1914.
