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Hope Rawls-WW1 Timeline

  • The Dual Alliance

    This was the alliance between Germany and Austria.
  • The Triple Alliance

    This treaty was signed following The Dual Alliance that was signed between Austria and Germany. Italy joined in and the triple alliance was created.
  • Franco-Russian Alliance

    In 1891 the Franco-Russian entente was formed that stated that is either side was threatened, that the other would protect them. In 1892 it developed into a military convention. Finally in 1894 it developed into a full alliance.
  • Entente Cordiale

    Entente Cordiale was signed between Britain and France. This was an agreement to settle past colonial differences. This was a kind of informal alliance.
  • The Death of Archiduke Ferdinand

    The Death of Archiduke Ferdinand
    The death of this European ruler made people mad and Ferdinand's subjects wanted revenge,
  • WWI Begins

    Germany invades Belgium, starting WWI.
  • First Tanks

    The first tanks were created.
  • King Edward VII sunk by mine

    King Edward VII sunk by mine
    King Edward's ship was sunk off of the coast of Scotland.
  • USA Declares war on Germany

    The United States of America declares war on Germany due to the sinking of U.S. ships.
  • World War 1 ends

    World War 1 ends
    World War 1 ends with the German defeat. Everything is left destroyed and prices go up on everything since resources are limited.
  • The Treaty of Versailles

    The Treaty of Versailles
    The Treaty of Versailles was documented. It was the peace settlement that was signed after WW1.
    http://www.historylearningsite.co.uk/treaty_of_versailles.htm