World War 1 vocab

Front

The belief that a country should maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it to promote national interests.

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Militarism

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An association formed for mutual benefit, between countries.

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Alliance

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identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, especially to the exclusion of the interests of other nations.

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Nationalism

Front

Which front did Russia fight in?

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Eastern Front

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Which Front had fighting in France and Belgium?

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Western Front

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An agreement made by opposing sides in a war to make a truce.

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Armistice

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A military conflict in which the contenders are willing to make any sacrifice to obtain victory.

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Total War

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Compulsory enlistment for state service, typically into the armed forces.

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Conscription

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A fixed amount of a commodity allowed to each person during wartime.

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Rations

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Preparing and organizing troops for active service.

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Mobilization