Chapter 25 Terms

A voluntary enlistment of citizens into the military.

A military draft that requires citizens to serve in the military.

A program for military training in schools.

A type of military exercise conducted during peacetime.

A prominent Marxist revolutionary and leader of the Red Army

A famous Russian novelist and playwright

A key figure in the French Revolution

A major general in the American Civil War

A series of directives issued by Vladimir Lenin in April 1917 advocating for immediate withdrawal from World War I and transfer of power to the Soviets.

A document outlining the economic policies of the Provisional Government in Russia.

A manifesto promoting the continuation of World War I to support the Allies.

A collection of speeches by Tsar Nicholas II addressing the Russian people.

The main place of war during WWI.

A peaceful negotiation area during WWI.

A location for military training camps during WWI.

A naval battle zone during WWI.

Russia experienced significant territorial gains, leading to increased stability.

Germany faced immediate military setbacks, weakening their position on the Western Front.

Russia experienced significant territorial losses, fueling the Russian Civil War.

Germany was able to secure a decisive victory against American forces immediately after the treaty.

The belief that a country should have a strong military capability and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote its interests.

The idea that military power should be minimized to promote peace and diplomacy.

The concept that military alliances are unnecessary in modern warfare.

The view that military spending should be reduced to allocate more funds for social programs.

Born in Siberia in 1869 and became known as a holy man

A famous Russian composer of the 19th century

A military leader during World War I

A prominent figure in the Russian Revolution

It led to the establishment of colonial empires.

It became a rallying cry for decolonization movements around the world after World War II.

It was rejected by former colonies seeking independence.

It had no significant impact on political change.

Many soldiers experienced shell shock due to continuous exposure to bombardments and horrific conditions.

Soldiers became immune to fear and trauma after prolonged exposure to combat.

Trench warfare had no significant psychological effects on soldiers.

Most soldiers found camaraderie and support that alleviated their mental distress.

A formal military alliance between France, Russia, and Great Britain

An informal alliance between France, Russia, and Great Britain formed to counterbalance the Triple Alliance

A treaty signed in 1914 to support Germany

A coalition of countries formed to promote peace in Europe