What were the factors that led to World War One?

“The Great War”“The War to End all Wars”

World War I started because...

I.M. A. D.U.N.C.E.

I Imperialism.

Q: What is imperialism?

Countries wanted more money, power, territory

I Imperialism.

Q: Why could this lead to a war?

M Militarism. Each country wanted the best military - war was glorified

A Countries join together and agree to help each other if attacked.

Alliances.

Q: Why could this lead to a war?

D Diplomatic Failures. Countries were unable to work out their problems by talking.

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N Nationalism.The people of Europe wanted to prove that their country was the best.

C Competition for Colonies.

E’pean countries competed for colonies and became enemies.

Great Britain

France

Germany

Austria-Hungary

E Eek!! Archduke Ferdinand’s

assassination is the Spark!

Reflection:

What do you think is the most important cause of World War One? Why?