Causes of world war one

Causes of world war one

Politics and Alliances

European nations were continuously struggling for control and forming associations towards the years that will lead up to the world war one. These countries were like Germany, whereby it made alliances with nations such as Italy and Australia in the year 1881. The reason for the partnership is because they wanted to defend each other in case France attacked them. Nonetheless, Italy betrayed Germany and made friendship with France.

In 1892 France andRussia made an association in responding to Germany alliances. Also in 1984, a settlement was signed between France and Germany. In the year 1907, an association formed which was known as the Triple Entente. It was between Russia, France and Britain. Due to this alliance, Germany felt a threat to their power and existence since it was more potent than Germany itself.

Imperialism

Imperialism is when a nation enlarges its power and effect into a more massive society. Countries such as Britain and France had made empires which were large worldwide, and this made them very rich, hence leading to an increase in competition and disagreements among countries worldwide..

Europe Ready for War

In the year 1914, the condition in Europe was tight. It was because of secret allocations, the want to enlarge territories and inside politics which had led to dislike among most of Europe supremacies. One international event would bring about war in Europe.

The assassination of Archduke Ferdinand

Archduke Ferdinand assassination happened in 1924. The assassination  happened in Sarajevo. The government of Austria believed that it was all planned by the government of Sarajevo. The Austrian government saw this as a chance to take over the control of Serbia.

Austria-Hungary Declares War

If Serbia did not follow the harsh demands of   Austria-Hungary, they would threaten to attackSerbia. Austria-Hungary then declared war on them since they did not comply with their requirements.