German WW1 Plans - Stuff That I Find Interesting

The video discusses Germany's expansionist policies during World War I, focusing on their plans in Europe, Africa, and Asia. In Western Europe, Germany aimed to control France and Belgium, while in Eastern Europe, they sought to annex territories and establish puppet states. The video also covers German ambitions in Africa, where they envisioned a large colony, and in Asia, where they attempted to forge alliances. The Zimmermann Telegram and efforts to support independence movements in Ireland and India are also highlighted.

What was Germany's primary goal in Western Europe during World War I?

• To form an alliance with Spain

• To annex the entire United Kingdom

• To occupy Switzerland

• To force France to sue for peace

Which region did Germany plan to turn into a 'German Gibraltar'?

• Antwerp

• Calais

• Luxembourg

• Flanders

Which German prince was planned to be installed as the king of the new Kingdom of Lithuania?

• Wilhelm Carl

• Kaiser Wilhelm II

• Otto von Bismarck

• Friedrich Charles

What was Germany's strategy regarding Finland during World War I?

• To leave it neutral

• To install a German prince as king

• To form a military alliance

• To annex it directly

What was the concept of 'Middle Africa' in Germany's expansionist plans?

• A strategy to control the Middle East

• A vision to create a large German colony in central Africa

• A plan to annex North African countries

• An alliance with South American countries

What was the Zimmermann Telegram?

• A communication with Ireland to support independence

• A message to Mexico offering territories in exchange for joining the war

• A peace treaty with Russia

• A proposal to Japan for a military alliance

Which country did Germany attempt to ally with in Asia to counter American influence?

• China

• Thailand

• India

• Japan