Quote of the Day You can't say that civilization don't advance, however, for in every war they kill you in a new way. Will Rogers (1879 - 1935), New York Times, Dec. 23, 1929
Objectives Analyze the political and military forces that took root in Europe in the late 1800’s Describe how alliances created tension in Europe Analyze the events that set World War I in motion
Essential Question In what ways did nationalism, imperialism, and militarism lead to World War I?
High Tensions in Europe Nationalism 1. Deep devotion to one’s nation 2. Unify a country 3. Create intense competition between nations 4. Germany, Austria-Hungary, Great Britain, Russia, Italy, and France
Imperialism 1. European nations competed for colonies 2. Created a rivalry among nations
Militarism
Increase of nationalism led to a dangerous arms race Europeans believed to be great they needed powerful armies Militarism – policy of glorifying military power and keeping an army ready for war
Secret Alliance Triple Alliance/Central Powers – Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy Triple Entente/Allies – Great Britain, France, and Russia
The Spark
Archduke Franz Ferdinand
Heir to the throne of Austria - Hungary June 28, 1914 visited Bosnia
Gavrilo Princip Member of the Black Hand Shot the Archduke Black Hand – secret society committed to ending Austrian rule in Bosnia
Road to War Austria presented an ultimatum Ultimatum – list of demands that if not met will lead to serious consequences Serbia refused Austria declared war = Domino Effect