WWI Main Causes
This cause of WWI is defined by a desire to compete with other countries to show yours is the best or strongest.
What is nationalism?
The United States began WWI with this policy of remaining uninvolved in other countries' affairs.
What is isolationism?
This style of warfare is most commonly associated with WWI, and made the war very defensive.
What is trench warfare?
Russia declared war on Austria-Hungary after Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia, demonstrating this cause of WWI.
What are alliances?
The United States finally joined WWI after the sending of this message by Germany, encouraging Mexico to fight for land stolen by the U.S.
What is the Zimmerman Note?
Posters encouraged citizens to buy these to help fund the war.
What are war bonds?
The race to build stronger weapons and more deadly chemicals is an example of this cause of WWI.
What is militarism?
This tactic used by Germany angered many Americans, particularly after the sinking of the Lusitania, killing 128 Americans.
What is Unrestricted Submarine Warfare?
Rationing, where the government controls how much citizens can purchase or consume, is an attempt to achieve this goal of fighting WWI.
What is to control the economy?
Imperialism created conflict as countries fought over the greatest amount of this.
What is territory/resources?
Posters were an example of this technique to influence people, using bias and emotional messages to build support for the war.
What is propaganda?
What is The Great War/The War to End All Wars?
Franz Ferdinand, heir to the throne of Austria-Hungary, was assassinated by Gavrilo Princip, of this country, creating a chain of events that led to the start of WWI.
What is Serbia?
Woodrow Wilson (president of the US) had already wanted to join WWI earlier in order to make the world safe for this.
What is democracy?
German atrocities committed in this country were the first event that steered the U.S. toward supporting the Allies.
What is Belgium?