MAIN Causes of WWI

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Some people willing to take any action to support their nation, regardless of effect on others.

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Nationalism

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The belief in the power of armies to decide issues.

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Militarism

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An arms race developed before 1914 as each country tried to build a larger war machine than their rivals.

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Militarism

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The policy of establishing colonies away from the homeland and building an empire.

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Imperialism

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Great Britain felt threatened when Germany began to construct a large navy.

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Militarism

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European nations were increasingly suspicious and alarmed by their neighbors' military power.

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Militarism

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These are formed when countries band together against a common threat.

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Alliance

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A feeling of deep loyalty to one’s people and homeland.

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Nationalism

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If a nation is strong, no enemy would try to attack.

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Militarism

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In 1914 there were two alliances - the Triple Alliance (Central Powers) and the Triple Entente (The Allies).

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Alliance