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The coming of war, 1911–1917
Great Power rivalries and entry into war, c1890–1917: The coming of war, 1911–1917
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AqaA LevelHistory2K International Relations and Global Conflict, c1890–1941
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The coming of war, 1911–19174 objectives
- The First and Second Balkan Wars: causes; attempts by the Great Powers to impose peace on the region; the impact of the Balkan Wars on the Great Powers and Serbia.
- The outbreak of war in the Balkans and the July Crisis: Austria-Hungary’s and Germany’s response to the assassination in Sarajevo; Russia's response to Austria-Hungary’s demands on Serbia; the bombardment of Belgrade.
- General war in Europe: mobilisation of German and Russian forces; the implementation of the Schlieffen Plan and the invasion of Belgium; Britain’s declaration of war; the key decision makers and their motives.
- From European to World War: the escalation of the conflict; Italy’s motives for war; reasons for the entry of the USA.
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NationalismMilitarismBalkansEntente PowersEntente CordialeTriple AllianceCentral PowersAllied Powers
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- Use specific examples: When answering questions about the Balkan Wars, include specific events, treaties, and outcomes to support your arguments.
- Focus on cause and effect: When answering questions about the July Crisis, clearly outline how each event led to the next.
Common mistakes
- Confusing the Balkan Wars: Clearly differentiate the motivations and results of each war, noting how they relate to the broader context of European tensions.
- Confusing the sequence of events: Ensure to outline the timeline clearly, starting with the assassination, followed by the ultimatum, and then the mobilizations.
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