Flashcards-World War 1 #1

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World War 1

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fought from 1914-1918

Allied Powers vs Central Powers

AKA The Great War

Fought entirely in Europe

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militarism

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A policy of building up strong military forces to prepare for war.

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alliance system

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Agreements between nations to provide aid and protect one another.

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nationalism

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Pride in or devotion to one's country.

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imperialism

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When a stronger nation takes over a weaker nation or territory.

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assassination of Franz Ferdinand

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The event that sparked World War 1, involving the Archduke of Austria-Hungary.

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trench warfare

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A type of combat where opposing troops fight from trenches facing each other.

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over the top

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An order for soldiers to leave their trenches and charge the enemy.

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no man's land

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The area between opposing trenches, often filled with barbed wire and landmines.

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artillery bombardment

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Heavy gunfire used to attack enemy positions before an infantry advance.