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Conflicts over Morocco
In 1905 and again in 1911, Germany and France nearly fought over who would control Morocco, in Northern Africa. Most of Europe supported France, so Germany backed down. This event is significant because it shows how imperialism, expanding an empire by taking over weaker countries, led to intense competition and conflict between European countries. -
Arch Duke Franz Ferdinand Of Austria, the heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne, is assassinated.
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Austria declares war on Serbia
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Germany declares war on Russia
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Germany declares war on France and Belgium
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Britian Declares War on Germany
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The United Kingdom declares war on Austria-Hungary