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This discussion will explore how the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand by a Serbian nationalist served as the catalyst for World War I, setting off a chain reaction of alliances and declarations of war. We will analyze the motives behind the assassination, the reaction of Austria-Hungary, and how the intricate web of alliances involving Russia, Germany, and Britain escalated into a global conflict. Join us for a debate on the pivotal events that led to the war and the impact of the invasion of Belgium on international relations.
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How did the Assasination of the Archduke become a “spark” that set off WWI? • Assassin from Serbian terrorist group assassinates Austrian Archduke in Bosnia • Wants to reunite Bosnia with Serbia (both Slavic
How did the Assassination of the Archduke become a “spark” • Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia • Russia joins Serbia • France joins Russia • Germany joins A-H
Why did Germany invade Belgium • Wanted to defeat France before Russians could mobilize on the Eastern Front
What were the results of the invasion of Belgium? • Britain entered war to defend Belgium • Turkey joins Central Powers • Italy remains neutral til 1915 • The advance was finally stopped in France
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