Since the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, tensions have been escalating. Some people speculate whether World War III will really happen? Today, Lao Yang will take you to review the historical background of World War I in 1914. You can use it as a reference. There are four main contents:
first, economic competition. After the era of great navigation, European countries quickly accumulated a large amount of wealth. By the end of the 19th century, competition among countries became increasingly fierce, mainly reflected in the tariff wars of the great powers to seize overseas markets, especially the rapid rise of industrialization in Germany. Britain and Germany began to have a fierce industrial competition, causing tension in the relations between the two countries. In order to protect merchant ships, a naval arms race among various countries came.
Second, the battle for colonies. Capitalism The old-fashioned power must ensure the overseas market of surplus capital and surplus products, and strengthen the plunder of colonies by various countries. In particular, Germany was very annoyed by the obstacles to British colonization. At the same time, Germany targeted the colonies of small countries such as Portugal, Belgium, Netherlands, and . Not only that, Britain, France, Britain, Germany, Britain, Russia, and Germany have laid the root of disaster due to the tense relationship between Britain and France.
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Third, establishment of alliance system. It was the first defensive alliance between Germany and Austria . It was to ensure that Germany was not attacked by France and ensure that Austria was not attacked by Russian . In 1882, Italy chose to join in order to avoid French attacks and formed the Three Kingdoms Alliance . On the other hand, Britain, France and Russia reached an alliance established due to colonial differences. By the beginning of the 20th century, small countries had joined the two major alliance groups. Even when major disputes arise in countries within the group and doubts arise, they have to support their respective allies. Therefore, they will worry that their Tongmenghui will collapse and put themselves in isolation. This is very similar to now.
Fourth, arms race. This also matches very well today. At that time, Britain, France and Germany were the main weapons manufacturers, and they sow discord between various countries to buy arms. One country purchases, and the other country will inevitably increase its defense and purchase more vigorously. It is exactly the same as the United States today, except that after World War II , the focus of the arsenal shifted from Europe to North America .
and the above historical backgrounds have led to the war, and the war is about to break out. On June 28, 1914, the Sarajevo incident occurred in . Serbian passionate young man assassinated Austria's Grand Duke Ferdinand . Serbia refused Austria to participate in the investigation of the case, resulting in the severance of diplomatic relations between the two countries. A month later, Austria declared war on Serbia on July 28. This tense relationship directly stimulated the two major powers behind them, Germany and Russia. Russia immediately began a national mobilization and armed battle. It triggered Germany's pretentious protests, but Germany had been prepared for a long time. Russia did not give Germany a reply, and continued to strengthen mobilization and sounded the call of assembly. On August 1, Germany declared war on Russia and France, and invaded Belgium on August 2, and World War I broke out.
What do you think are the similarities and differences compared to today? Welcome to call in the comment section. Next issue, let’s analyze the reasons for World War II . If you want to know more about world history, please pay attention to and collect it.
