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M ilitarism . “Militarism represents a rise in the government’s military spending , an increase in a country’s military and naval forces , more influence of the military upon the policies of the civilian government, and a preference for force as a solution to political problems .”.
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Militarism “Militarism represents a rise in the government’s military spending, an increase in a country’s military and naval forces, more influence of the military upon the policies of the civilian government, and a preference for force as a solution to political problems.” “What are the several aspects of militarism in Europe that we have discussed?” (as a long-term cause of WWI) 1890-1913 Military Expenditures
Alliances The Balkans
…to hostility among the powers. Imperialism …to strained relationsamong the powers! …to an intensification of the arms race. …indirectly to the formation and strengthening of alliances
Nationalism “Why would nationalismbe important in a region such as this?” “Powder Keg of Europe”
Nationalism Austria-Hungary, 1908