MANIA
What does NIMA stand for?
Mania: Nationalism, Imperialism, Militarism, Alliances
What started WW1?
The assassination of Austrian Archduke Franz Ferdinand
What was Trench Warfare?
Each side dug trenches with barbed wire.
What is the definition of World War I?
The First World War was a global conflict fought between two coalitions: the Allies and the Central Powers.
When did World War 1 end?
November 11, 1918
What is Militarism?
Militarism was the policy of building up a strong military to prepare for war (ARMS RACE).
What is propaganda?
A way of communication that is primarily used to influence or persuade an audience to further an agenda
what was made to for soldiers to safely shoot from?
Trenches
How did World War I affect society?
The war led to deep social tensions, including food and clothing price increases, and many societies remained in a state of violence.
Who were in the Triple Entente?
Great Britain, France and Russia
What is Imperialism?
The domination by one country over another in terms of the political, economic, or cultural life of the dominated country or region.
Why did Germany enter World War I?
Germany felt it was their duty to aid Austria-Hungary
What advancement in technology was able to plow any thing over?
Tank
Why are the League of Nations important?
it was an international organization created to prevent future conflicts and resolve disputes.
Who were in the Triple Alliance?
Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy
how did nationalism lead to WW1?
Creating tensions and competition between nations, leading to a complex web of rivalries and alliances.
Why did the US join the war?
What is the Zimmerman Message (Lusitania, somewhat)
What were airplanes used for?
Airplanes were used to scout for enemies and fly over enemies territory and take photos and spy.
What was the Treaty of Versailles?
A peace treaty signed on June 28, 1919. Germany was ordered to pay fines to the Allies to repay the cost of the war.
What was the Armenian Genocide?
A destruction of the Armenian people by the ottoman empire.
6 or 7?
Assassination is the answer
What happened at the Battle of Verdun?
The longest battle of WW1 and Germany lost it's first battle
What was created to neutralize poisonous gases?
Gas mask
What are the Fourteen Points?
a proposal made by U.S. President Woodrow Wilson in a speech before Congress on January 8, 1918, outlining his vision for ending World War I in a way that would prevent such a conflagration from occurring again.
What was the Zimmerman Telegram?
a coded message sent to Mexico, proposing a military alliance against the United States.