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The Steps to World War I

A chronological account of the events leading up to World War I, including the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, Austria-Hungary's ultimatum to Serbia, and the declarations of war by various countries.

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The Steps to World War I

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  2. The Steps to World War I Note: All text appearing in boxes like this one must be recorded in your notes. All text in this type of box is a primary source. Any blue underlined text can be clicked on to view its meaning in the glossary Created by WRDSB

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  4. June 28, 1914 Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, heir to throne of Austria-Hungary, and his wife at Sarajevo, Bosnia. Austria blames Serbia. Black Hand’s stated aim was: "To realize the national ideal, the unification of all Serbs. This organisation prefers terrorist action to cultural activities; it will therefore remain secret." Created by WRDSB

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  8. July 2, 1914 Emperor Franz Josef (Austria) sends a letter to Kaiser Wilhelm II (Germany) asking for support. Austria-Hungary has not been lacking in good will and in the spirit of conciliation, to bring about reasonably good relations with Serbia, but it has just been shown that these efforts have been completely impotent and that the Monarchy must expect in the future to deal with the bitter, irreconcilable and aggressive enmity of Serbia. In these conditions the Monarchy must tear away with a strong hand the net in which its enemy seeks to entangle it. Created by WRDSB

  9. July 5, 1914 Germany sends a telegram indicating it would honour its treatyobligations to support Austria (known historically as the German ‘blank cheque’) …Finally, as far as concerns Serbia, His Majesty, of course, cannot interfere in the dispute now going on between Austria-Hungary and that country, as it is a matter not within his competence. The Emperor Francis Joseph may, however, rest assured that His Majesty will faithfully stand by Austria-Hungary, as is required by the obligations of his alliance and of his ancient friendship… Telegram from the Imperial Chancellor, von Bethmann-Hollweg, to the German Ambassador at Vienna. Tschirschky, July 6, 1914 Created by WRDSB

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  12. July 23, 1914 Austria delivers an ultimatum to Serbia, demanding a response in 48 hours. Wien, am 22. Juli,1914 Euer Hochwohlgeboren wollen die nachfolgende Note am Donnerstag, den 23. Juli nachm., der königlichen Regierung überreichen:»Am 31. März 1909 hat der königlich serbische Gesandte am Wiener Hofe im Auftrage seiner Regierung der k. und k. Regierung folgende Erklärung abgegeben: … Created by WRDSB

  13. July 25, 1914 Serbia responds to the ultimatum by agreeing to many, but not all, of the terms. "Part of your demands we have accepted... For the rest, we place our hopes on your loyalty and chivalry as an Austrian general."Serbian Prime Minister Nikola Pasic Created by WRDSB

  14. July 28, 1914 Austria sends a telegram to Serbia declaring war. Created by WRDSB

  15. July 30, 1914 Russia, in support of Serbia, proclaims a general mobilization Created by WRDSB

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  18. July 31, 1914 France, as Russia’s ally, also authorizes a full mobilization Created by WRDSB

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  21. August 1, 1914 Germany declares war on Russia Created by WRDSB

  22. August 3, 1914 Germany declares war on France Created by WRDSB

  23. August 2-4, 1914 Germany puts Schlieffen Planinto motion, invading neutral Luxembourg and Belgium. Created by WRDSB

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  26. August 4, 1914 Because of treaty agreements guaranteeing Belgian neutrality, Great Britain, along with Australia and Canada, declare war on Germany. From a Canadian perspective, World War I had now begun. Created by WRDSB

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  29. 1914 - 1917 • 1914 (Aug 5) – Montenegro joins the Allied Powers • 1914 (Aug. 23) – Japan joins the Allied Powers by declaring war on Germany • 1914 (Oct. 29) – Turkey joins the Central Powers • 1915 (May 23) – Italy joins the Allied Powers • 1915 (Oct. 14) – Bulgaria joins the Central Powers • 1916 (August 27) – Romaniajoins the Allied Powers • 1917 (Apr. 6) – The United States joins the Allied Powers • 1917 (Jun. 27) – Greece joins the Allied Powers Created by WRDSB

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  37. Countries Involved in World War I PeruPortugalRomaniaRussiaSan MarinoSerbiaSiamTurkeyUnited KingdomUnited States of America a Uruguay GermanyGreeceGuatemalaHaitiHondurasItalyJapanLiberiaMontenegroNew ZealandNicaraguaPanama AustraliaAustria-HungaryBelgiumBoliviaBrazilBulgariaCanadaChinaCosta RicaCubaEcuadorFrance Created by WRDSB

  38. Glossary • Alliance - An association to further certain common interests of the members. • Mobilization - To make ready or muster forces for military service. • Neutral - Does not take sides, impartial. • Schlieffen Plan - A strategy drawn up by Germany to avoid fighting a war on two fronts • Treaty – a legal agreement detailing a relationship between countries • Ultimatum - Terms presented by one power (or group of powers) to another Created by WRDSB

  39. Glossary • Alliance - An association to further certain common interests of the members. • Mobilization - To make ready or muster forces for military service. • Neutral - Does not take sides, impartial. • Schlieffen Plan - A strategy drawn up by Germany to avoid fighting a war on two fronts • Treaty – a legal agreement detailing a relationship between countries • Ultimatum - Terms presented by one power (or group of powers) to another Created by WRDSB

  40. Glossary • Alliance - An association to further certain common interests of the members. • Mobilization - To make ready or muster forces for military service. • Neutral - Does not take sides, impartial. • Schlieffen Plan - A strategy drawn up by Germany to avoid fighting a war on two fronts • Treaty – a legal agreement detailing a relationship between countries • Ultimatum - Terms presented by one power (or group of powers) to another Created by WRDSB

  41. Glossary • Alliance - An association to further certain common interests of the members. • Mobilization - To make ready or muster forces for military service. • Neutral - Does not take sides, impartial. • Schlieffen Plan - A strategy drawn up by Germany to avoid fighting a war on two fronts • Treaty – a legal agreement detailing a relationship between countries • Ultimatum - Terms presented by one power (or group of powers) to another Created by WRDSB

  42. Glossary • Alliance - An association to further certain common interests of the members. • Mobilization - To make ready or muster forces for military service. • Neutral - Does not take sides, impartial. • Schlieffen Plan - A strategy drawn up by Germany to avoid fighting a war on two fronts • Treaty – a legal agreement detailing a relationship between countries • Ultimatum - Terms presented by one power (or group of powers) to another Created by WRDSB

  43. Glossary • Alliance - An association to further certain common interests of the members. • Mobilization - To make ready or muster forces for military service. • Neutral - Does not take sides, impartial. • Schlieffen Plan - A strategy drawn up by Germany to avoid fighting a war on two fronts • Treaty – a legal agreement detailing a relationship between countries • Ultimatum - Terms presented by one power (or group of powers) to another Created by WRDSB

  44. Sources: • www.westernfront.co.uk • www.worldwar1.com • din-timelines.com • www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.uk • www.firstworldwar.com Created by WRDSB

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