WORLD WAR I
CAUSES AND COURSE OF THE WAR
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It created an alliance between Russia and Germany.
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It encouraged the growth of Serbian nationalism.
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It caused Austria-Hungary to declare war on Serbia.
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It led to the formation of the Triple Alliance.
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Detailed explanation-1: -The assassination set off a rapid chain of events, as Austria-Hungary immediately blamed the Serbian government for the attack. As large and powerful Russia supported Serbia, Austria asked for assurances that Germany would step in on its side against Russia and its allies, including France and possibly Great Britain.
Detailed explanation-2: -The political objective of the assassination was to free Bosnia and Herzegovina of Austria-Hungarian rule and establish a common South Slav ("Yugoslav") state. The assassination precipitated the July Crisis which led to Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia and the start of World War I.
Detailed explanation-3: -Franz Ferdinand, Archduke. (1863-1914) Born, Graz, Austria. Heir to the imperial throne of the Austro-Hungarian empire. His assassination on June 28, 1914, provided the spark that ignited the Great War.