why did the first world war break out in august 1914?

Question

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Answer 1

The period before the First World War was one of increasing tension between the European powers. The decay of the Turkish Empire had been the cause of many, with various parts of the Empire snapped up by the major powers, while in the Balkans the Turks had been forced back almost to the gates of Constantinople. A second cause of friction was the perceived decay of the Habsburg Dual Monarchy of Austria and Hungary, when the majority of Slavs agitated for either independence, or a greater role in government, while the Austrian and Hungarian elites held out for the statue-quo, led by the elderly Emperor, Franz-Joseph, a force for autocracy and tradition. Austria's main ally was the recently unified Germany, always worried about potential Russian gains as Austria weakened, especially in the Balkans. The Germans were also engaged in a naval arms race with Great Britain, which in turn moved Britain closer to France, and thus to her ally Russia. Despite all of the potential causes of tension, Europe in 1914 looked to be more peaceful than for some years. However, on 28 June 1914, the Archduke Franz Ferdinand, heir to the Austrian throne, was shot and killed by Gavrilo Princip, a Serb terrorist, while visiting Sarajevo. The mood in Austria was already hostile towards Serbia, and now it turned towards war. The Austrians were certain that the Serbian government had been in some way involved in the murder, and while it is not certain how far that was true, the leader of the terrorists was also head of Serbian Intelligence. On 23 July, Austria delivered a note to the Serbia government that, if agreed to, would have almost ended Serbian independence. This was clearly intended to be refused, and in the most it was. On 28 July 1914, Austria declared war on Serbia. Now the alliance system swung into play. On 30 July, Russia started mobilisation. In reaction, Germany declared war against Russia on 1 August. On the next day, Germany invaded Luxembourg, and demanded free passage across Belgium. On 3 August, Belgium refused the German demand, Germany declared war on France, and Britain pledged to support Belgium. On 4 August a British ultimatum to Germany was refused, and Britain declared war on Germany, while Germany declared war on Belgium, and launched an invasion of Belgium. Finally, on 5 August Austria declared war on Russia, and the First World War had begun.

The Causes of the First World War

There are many reasons why the World went to war in 1914. These are some of the more important reasons.

Britain and Germany were competing to have the most powerful navy in the world. This caused tension in Europe.
The Scramble for Africa (when European countries had tried to get as many colonies as they could) had led to many small conflicts around the world. This meant that some of the major European powers were not very friendly towards each other.

The French were very distrustful of the Germans as a result of the war in 1870-1871 that the Germans had won.

The alliance systems set up to prevent war meant that any major political disputes would inevitably lead to a large rather than a small conflict.

Nationalism. People across the world were very eager to let the rest of the world how strong and important their country was. many people thought that their country was better than others: and thought that they'd be able to win a war very easily if there was one.

The Balkans region of Europe was claimed by both Russia and Austria (it was in general under Austrian control). This meant that the Russians and the Austrians would both be eager to enforce their authority over this region.

A desire for independence. many people in Europe lived in countries that were part of empires. They didn't all like being ruled by people with different languages and religions and this led to conflicts that could (and did) involve other nations.

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo. He was the heir to the Austrian throne and was murdered by Serbian nationalists. This was the spark that caused war to be declared.

Answer 2

It became truly a continuation of the previous situation. We call the 1914-18 conflict the "First international conflict" yet this is a misnomer. Ever by way of fact eu powers had colonies contained in the hot international, there have been "international wars". The Thirty Years conflict, Seven Years conflict and the Napoleonic Wars spilled over into the Americas, Africa and Asia. The chilly conflict became based on the theory that neither facet would win in a mass conflict like WW2 with the nuclear weapons and long selection transport structures obtainable. the U. S./u.s. fought it out by utilising proxy in locations like Vietnam and Afghanistan, with the tacit expertise that they might not face one yet another quickly.

Answer 3

Franz Ferdinand, Archduke of Austria-Este (December 18, 1863 – June 28, 1914) was an Archduke of Austria, Prince Imperial of Austria, Prince Royal of Hungary and Bohemia, and from 1896 until his death, heir presumptive to the Austro-Hungarian throne. His assassination in Sarajevo precipitated the Austrian declaration of war which triggered World War I.

This was the offical cuase of World War I the U.S. did not enter the war until later.

Answer 4

Alliances between Austria and Germany, Russia, France, and England. Imperial expansion, assasination of Arch Duke Ferdinand by a Serbian Black Hand member, Russia was a slavic nation and protected other slavs, Sebs are slavs.

Answer 5

Although all of the above were factors, the real reason for WWI was that there was a massive failure of diplomacy. Ultimately, those who started the war ended up with nothing, and those who went to war so gloriously, also ended up with nothing, except death. WWI became the foundation of much of 20th century history, including the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany, thus the failure mattered.

Answer 6

german arrogance, prince fernidananaders murder, middle east instability....and britain

Answer 7

http://www.wikipedia.com

Answer 8

because its life...life sucks