U12: World War I Key Terms

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Militarism

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The belief in which strengthening the military and navy should be prioritized by the government in order for a nation to gain power with the goal of preventing a war.

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Alliance

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An agreement between countries to help one another out.

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Imperialism

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When one country takes over another country.

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Nationalism

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Strong support and pride in one’s country.

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Lusitania

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British ocean liner sunk by German U-boat.

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Zimmerman Telegram

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The note passed by Germany to Mexico asking Mexico to attack the United States during WWI.

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League of Nations

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A peacekeeping organization created after WWI.

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Central Powers

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One of the sides involved in World War I, including Austria-Hungary, Germany, and the Ottoman Empire.

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The Treaty of Versailles

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The peace treaty that brought an end to WWI.

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Allied Powers

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The other side involved in the war; Great Britain, Russia, France and USA fought against the Central Powers.