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World War I

Militarism -Militarism is the belief a nation should have a strong military. This led to countries' escalation of weapons such as tanks, artillery, and many more. Photo credit:Photo url Militarism A discription of militarism during ww1 , Milit...Allie 6 years ago 6844 views Do you want to create similar content? This site uses cookies to deliver our services. By using our site, you...ThingLink

Alliances -Alliances are agreements between nations to aid each other if attacked. -Ex: The Triple Entente & Central Powers -These alliances resulted in tension between these nations. Photo Credit: https://en.wikipedia Causes of World War I - WikipediaThe identification of the causes of World War I remains controversial. World War I began in the Balkans on July 28, 1914, and hostilities ended on...Wikipedia .org/wiki/Causes_of_World_War_I

Imperialism -Imperialism is the act of extending control over a foreign nation or territory. -If raw materials weren't available in their country, they would try to take control over territories that did. -This started competition between nations.

Nationalism -Nationalism is extreme pride in one's nation and the detriment of others. -This also rose tension between nations and their pride.

Trenches (Battle site) -From the Swiss Frontier to the English Channel. -Millions of soldiers roasted under the sun or froze during the winter. -Shared food and beds with lice. -Soldiers were tired. -Battles back and forth, without gaining or losing territory.

Battle of Tannenberg -Location: East Prussia -Death Toll: 50,000 killed -Germany won the battleground and saw it as a huge win. -Result: An immense win for Germany and they gained Tannenberg Photo Credit: How the Battle of Tannenberg Emboldened German Forces at the Start of World War IThere have been two epic battles at the place known as Tannenberg. The first, in 1410, saw the defeat of a German religious order called the Teutonic...HISTORY

Statistics for Britain Mobilized Forces: 8,904,467 Financial Costs: $55 billion Casualty Rate: 36% Prisoners & Missing: 3,190,652 Killed: 908,371 Wounded: 2,090,212 Total Casualties: 9,150,000

Statistics for Germany Mobilized Forces: 11,000,000 Financial Costs: $60 billion Casualty Rate: 65% Prisoners & Missing: 1,152,800 Killed: 1,773,700 Wounded: 4,216,058 Total Casualties: 7,142,558

Statistics for Russia Mobilized Forces: 12,000,000 Financial Costs: $25 billion Casualty Rate: 76% Prisoners & Missing: 2,500,000 Killed: 1,700,000 Wounded: 4,950,000 Total Casualties: 9,150,000

Statistics for Austria-Hungary Mobilized Forces: 7,800,000 Financial Costs: $22 billion Casualty Rate: 90% Prisoners & Missing: 2,200,000 Killed: 1,200,000 Wounded: 3,620,000 Total Casualties: 7,020,000

Statistics for Frace Mobilized Forces: 8,410,000 Financial Costs: $48 billion Casualty Rate: 73% Prisoners & Missing: 537,000 Killed: 1,357,800 Wounded: 4,266,000 Total Casualties: 1,160,800

Statistics for the US Mobilized Forces: 4,355,000 Financial Costs: $32 billion Casualty Rate: 7% Prisoners & Missing: 4,500 Killed: 116,516 Wounded: 204,002 Total Casualties: 323,018

Armistice The armistice was agreed upon on Nov. 11, 1918, at 11 AM. The German Government suggested it because Austria-Hungary was beginning to separate and their alliance was breaking. While the Germans saw this as a peaceful way to end the war, the Allies saw this as Germany losing/giving up.

Russia The Treaty of Brest Litovsk was signed in Russia. Russia left the war in 1918 because they had their own affairs to attend to (Russian Revolution). Impact of Russia Leaving: Central Powers gained the eastern front, gaining millions of square miles.

United States Reasons the US joined the Allies: Germany attacked with unrestricted submarine warfare. -U-boats Zimmerman message to the Mexicans. Economic interest in loans to the allies. The location where US troops fought: Lusitania Impact: It rose morale for the Allies.

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