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One might argue that World War I had its beginning with the Congress of Vienna (1814-1815), which attempted to restore the "old order" of authoritarian politics in Europe, a series of alliances in the aftermath of the French Revolution (and indirectly, the American Revolution), the Napoleonic Wars, and dissolution of the Holy Roman Empire (1806). The Congress was responsible for restoring the balance of power in Europe, redrawing Europe's political map, and establishing political spheres of influence.
Relative peace reigned in Europe for the next 100 years, but during this time, states began to play one against the other in order to strengthen their influence. To do this, they formed secret alliances assuring one another of mutual defense in the event of hostilities. Added to this, European states began to compete with one another for overseas territories, principally in Africa and the Middle East---justified by the demand for Natural Resources during the period of the Industrial Revolution.
After World War I political maps were again redrawn: The Ottoman Empire disappeared, the Austro-Hungarian Empire was reduced to several (mostly) ethnic states and with the formulation of the Soviet Union, the Russian Empire lost much of its western frontier. Yet this, combined with punishing war reparations foisted upon the German people, did little to calm long-term cultural disputes. The Treaty of Versailles produced an angry, resentful German population.
After the war, Germany borrowed heavily from the United States to pay off its war debts; few regarded this as a problem because at this point in time, German industries became an excellent investment opportunity. Between 1919 and 1929, Germany was ripe for stock speculation, which artificially drove up the value of industrial stocks and bonds. Thus, the Stock Market Crash of 1929 in America moved rapidly around the world; the value of industrial stocks plummeted and Germany was faced with serious economic problems because it could not repay the money it borrowed from other nations or private investors. These events, combined with the incompetence of foreign ministries, led the world down the path toward World War II.
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The Kaiser was a major perticipant in which war?
Kaiser Wilhelm the second was the leader of Germany for most of world war one.
What were two major events which occurred in 1917?
That is just perfetic... World War one was happening. The major part of it.. 1917 was the main part of the war... and started agreements at this time
When world war 1 damage to France was?
major. A+
What is one major reason for tension between France and Germany before world war 1 was that?
They wanted to destroy all
What were the major wars in France?
France has been involved in a few major wars that i can think of, they are: The French revolution World war I World war II French- Indian war and France has been involved in other minor wars but these are the major ones! Hope this helps(:
World war 2 major outcomes?
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What describes a major outcomes of world war 2?
We can’t answer because we don’t have the list you were given.
How was the end of World War 1 and World War 2 similar?
The major similarity was the surrender of Germany. The long-term outcomes were completely different.
Indentify the major outcomes of the spanish-american war?
One outcome of the war was the spanish ceded puerto rico and pacific islands of Gaum to the U.S
List some of the major battles or events?
world war one and world war war two
What were the outcomes in World War 2?
70 million dead.
What was one cause of world war?
There was several factors that led to World War One. One of the major causes of the war was the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his spouse.
What air battles did America win in world war 2?
Midway, the first major Naval battle fought almost entirely in the air by carrier aircraft. That had major tactical and strategic outcomes, unlike most ( Dogfights)
How did the outcomes of World War 1 lead to the rise of Totalitarian Regimes and eventually World War 2?
cus dey were so annoyed
What were Franklin Roosevelts expected outcomes of World War 2?
He expected victory.
What major events where happening in the world?
World War I, World War II, and the moon landing are major world events.
What were the major battle fronts in world war 2?
Battle of the Bulge was one of them
