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M.A.I.N.CAUSES OF WWI

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SS6H6 d :Explain the impact of European empire building in Africa and Asia on the outbreak of WWI.

EUROPEAN EMPIRES in1600

EUROPEAN EMPIRES IN 1700

1822: Colonisation 

EUROPEAN EMPIRES IN 1800

1900Empire Building expands to Africa

and Asia.  

SS6H6 d :Explain the impact of European empire

building in Africa and Asia on the outbreak of

WWI.

There were four

M.A.I.N

Causes

MilitarismAllianceImperialismNationalism

Building up of strong armed forces and a powerful military.

Before World War I tension and rivalry amongst European nations led countries like Germany and Britain to expand the army and navy in preparation for war.

An agreement or promises todefend and help another country.

In the early 1900’s, nations feared one another. Each nation was afraid another would invade or try to take over its territory.

When an alliance is signed, those countries become known as Allies.

  Imperialism is when a country takes over new lands or countries, and controls their government, economy, and culture.

Strong pride in your country, and willing to defend it at any cost.

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World War I

The Stage is Set

Lets Review the MAIN reasons.MilitarismAlliance Imperialism

Nationalism

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