Long Term Causes of WW1 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three ideas that caused WW1?
A
Imperialism
Nationalism
Militarism
2
Q
What is imperialism?
A
Powerful countries, control, conquer, colonise or capitalise on weaker countries
3
Q
Name some countries that had empires in 1900
A
Britain France Russia Germany Italy Japan Austro-Hungary
4
Q
What did nationalism mean for colonised countries?
A
The desire for freedom and independence
5
Q
What did nationalism mean for bigger, powerful countries?
A
The idea that their country is superior and should always be able to act for its own good
6
Q
What is militarism?
A
Politicians believe they can only control and defend their empires by force
7
Q
What were the implications of militarism?
A
Huge increase in army and navy size so that all of Europe were in competition
