1. What were the causes of WWI in Europe?-Archduke Franz Ferdinand- Assassinaation on June 28, 1914.-Alliences were being formed. Counrties didn't trust other countries.- Imperialism- protect land and compeating to get land.- Nationalism- People wanted to-Militarism- building up military to protect themselves. They wanted to be ready for a spark the war.2. What were the major alliances of WWI?Allies of World War ITriple Alliance- 1882 (Centeral)-Germany-Astria- Hingary-Turkey-BulgariaTriple Entente (Allies)-Britain-Russia-FranceLater-Italy-Japan-United States3. What were the goals of WWI for all the major countries involved?Albania- was wanting to be independent and didn't want counrties to take it overAustria-Hungary- didn't want Serbia to take them over. Serbia was bombing themBelgium- Keep independence from GermanyBrazil- neutral at begining wanted to keep tradeChina- wanted to free them of treaties and put in Wilson's 14 pointsCosta Rica and Cuba against Germany and didn't want submarine warfare- sinking shippsGermany-Started the war against Russian's mobilization (getting ready to fight) wanted to sercure and maintain German unificationRussia- Eliminate Germany as a compeditor and wanted to be know as a world powerFrance-Tready with Russia avenge military defeats in the past and weaken Germany's EconomyBrittain-Defend Belgium Become Super PowerAmerica-German sinking ships democracy4. What were some of the major land battles prior to US involvement-1914-March, 1917?Battle of Mons 1914- Trench Warfare Germany lost to BrittianBattle of Tannenberg- Russia invaded Germany Russia had greater numbers but little success. One of the worse defeats for Russia.Battle of Artois- In France. Germans against FranceBattle of Marne- 1914 French and Brittan defeated the Germans. Allie saved ParisAisne- 1914 Germans against AlliesAlbert-1914Verdun- Faught in France- Germans attached the French- most visious battle of WWI. Germany wanted the western front. Germans attcked the French.Somme- Brittish and French vs Germany.Ypres- 1914- Belgium Brittish and franc vs Germany. one of the first of the war. Germany lostNo one "won" these battles. Trench Warfare is the reason.5. What were some of the major naval battles of WWI?-Jutland- the gratest battle Greman high sea fleet and th Royal Navel of Brittan. Germay won.-Dogger Bank- Germany won the battle and defeated the Brittish-Heligoland Bright- Germany and Brittan- over North Sea.-Battle of Coronel- off coast of Chile. Germany vs. Brittan. Germans was easily. 1600 Brittan died.-Falkland Islands- December 1914-Germany against Brittan. Took place at South America. Brittan Won.6. What were the US reactions to WWI starting in 1914?-The United States didnt want to take sides. We wanteed to nutral. We were all imigrants from European Countries. Nutrality7. What were the causes for US involvement in WWI?-Germany tired to have Mexico declare war on US. Brittan decifered the military codes sent by Germany. Out raged Americans.-The United States's ships were being sunk by the German U boats. Sumbarines.-Zimmermans note-American buisness is also a factor.8. What were the major land battles for the US in WWI?Battle of Saint Mihiel. American and French vs Germany. 1918. Air battle. American had better battles. Allies one.2nd Batttle of Marne- USA, France, and Brittan agist Germany. WIN. Major battle. many casualtiesBattle of Meuse- Bloodiest battle. Allies vs GermanyBattle of Cantigny- in France. US and France against Germany. Allies won.Battle of Pliave River- Italy, France, Brittan, US against Austria Hungry. Many dealths. Austrain soldiers destroyed bridges. They drowned in the water trying to swim.Battle of Ambos Nobales- US vs. Germany and Mexico. only battle in America. Few dealths because it was small battle. US won.9. What were the major military strategies for winning the war for both Allied and Central Powers?Schieffen Plan- 90% of Germany's armed forces. Quick routes escaping Frech forts bordering Germany.Puting in trenches10. What were some of the weapons of WWI?AirplanesGranadesGasMachine GunsAssalt RifelsRocketsU BoatsBattleshipsTanks11. Describe trench warfare.My section.12. Describe what happened on the US Home Front in WWI.Home Front- What the US did back home to help the war. Facoty workers help produce thing for the war. Women joined the work force. Replacing men who were fighting. Taxes were given. Food Administration-lead by Herbert Hoover, Committe on Public Info, War production Board. Women, victory gardens, and war boards.13. Describe Wilson's 14 Points.Speech by the Willson. His plan to prevent another war, end war, and causes of WWI, and plan for world peace.1-End Secret Treaties- No more treaties among Nations2-Freedom of the seas- Free navigations not sunk3-Free trade for all countries- Lower of abolish tariffs4-Reduction ofArmament- weapons and equipment5-End to Colonial Claims6- Self Determination for Russia-Let countries determin government. Democratic7-Restoration of Belgian- Evacuate Geman troops from Belgium8-French territories should be freed. France would get land back9- Reajustment of frontiers of Italy should be effected on borders10-AustriaHungry people should have free opertunity to have countries.11-Rumania, Serbia, and Montenegro shoiuld be avacuated and restored12- Turkish should be governed by Turkish13-Poland would be given thier independence14-General assiociations of nations- Leuge of nations14. Describe the points of the Treaty of Versailles.Was a Doc. that blameed Germany for WWI.Allies put restrictions on the Central Powers.Restrictions for Germany.-Pay for Damages- ecconomic depressions-Land Decreased-Population Deflation- Germany dropes 6.5 million-Armed Forces Annihilation- Navy abolished. Trading lost also.Germany Reaction-Germany was irate over the deal and wanted revenge. Allies enforced the treadyUnited States- Thought we were too nice.- US Senate never agreed to it. They set up Treaty of Birlin15. Why did the US never pass the Treaty of Versailles?The demicrats and republicans could not compermise. The rebublicans won so we stayed nuetral and didnt sign the treaty a Versiles because we didnt want to be in war all the time.16. Why did the Allied Powers win WWI?The Allies worked together well. The United States came in with fresh mans and supplies. The Germans had some mistakes. Germany could not ship and recieve goods because the Allies blocked the sea.17. Describe the impact WWI had on the world.-Destroyed cities and changed the World: Financialy, military, navy, and Millions of people died. US military gained strength18. How did countries react to the Treaty of Versailles?Germany did not like the Treaty at all. They felt that they had no choice in signing it. Germans had to pay for the war. France thought it was too light. Wilson thought it was to harsh.
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