GPinney World War 1, the Treaty of Versailles and the Great Depression Timeline
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Nationalism
Before World War 1 began, many nations such as Europe, Germany, Italy, and Austria-Hungary rivaled each other for dominance. Most sought for independence and power over the other countries. When the United states went to World War 1, they sought to stop Germany before they grew their power. -
Alliances
One cause of World War 1 was the alliance that was formed from Germany, Italy, and Austria Hungary, otherwise known as the Triple Alliance. It was meant to leave France defenseless and weak against the three countries. -
Militarism
After 1907, there was an increase in British military influence that was about policy making. Later in 1914, Russian generals were able to gain full mobilization by forcing the Czar. -
The Assassination of Archduke Franz
While Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife went along through streets of Sarajevo, a Serbian nationalist had shot and killed both Ferdinand and his wife. Because of his death, it sparked many events to come for World War 1. -
Germany's Blank Check to Austria-Hungary
Kaiser Wilhelm ll of Germany offers unconditional support to his country by supporting the actions of Austria-Hungary against Serbia. -
World War 1 Begins
After the death of Archduke Franz and receiving support from Germany, Austria-Hungary declares war against Serbia, thus beginning World War 1. -
Sinking of the Lusitania
After nearly a year since the start of World War 1, a German boat had torpedoed and sank the Lusitania, which killed 120 Americans and 1100 crew members that were on the boat. -
Germany's Resumption of Unrestricted Warfare
Since the war was still going on, Germany resumed their unrestricted submarine warfare around Britain and cutting any imports or trades involving that area. Germany returned to their old policies on February 1, 1917. -
Zimmerman Telegram
Unaware to Germany, the British had intercepted a telegram from German secretary, Arthur Zimmerman, that was meant for Mexico. After finding it, they gave it the United States to inform them of their possible alliance. They published the telegram on March 1, 1917 which shocked the American public. -
U.S Entry into the War and Her Impact on it
Because of the shocking news of the Zimmerman Telegram, the United States had decided to declare war after the U.S House of Representatives endorsed the vote. They officially entered into World War 1 on April 6, 1917 -
Effects of World War 1
During the war, many casualties had happened to both the military and civilians. Approximately 38 million had casualties, 17 million were injured and the 20 million were dead. -
Treaty of Versailles
The Treaty of Versailles was the answer to end the ongoing war that was World War 1. However no Germans had participated in signing the treaty and the negotiations revealed it to dismember Germany from renewing the war. -
Dawes Plan and Young Plan
Because of the Germans rise of reparations, Charles G. Dawes, sought to reduce them with his Dawes Plan, in order to improve their economy. Later in 1928, Owen D. Young would improve Dawes plan by making his own plan that reduce the reparations demanded from Germany. -
The Great Depression
The Great Depression was a time when consumer spending and investment were dropped, which led to levels of unemployment as well as companies failing to stand. In 1933, up to 15 million Americans were unemployed many banks had failed. -
Imperialism
Ever since Hitler rose to power and became chancellor, he ruled Germany with military force. His tactics not only furthered his own goals but increased Germany's power over some countries. -
The Rise of Hitler
After being appointed chancellor by President Paul Von Hindenburg, Adolf Hitler began military preparations and put emphasis the long term on weapons for the upcoming war against the United States.
