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A number of things. 1) the assassination of Austria's Crown Prince Franz Ferdinand; 2) the war that Austria started with Serbia which led to Russia's decision to mobilize its army; 3) Germany's policy of encouraging Austria not to compromise; 4) Germany's decision to declare war on Russia and start a pre-emptive strike against France.
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Which of the following was an important factor contributing to the start of World War 1?
European countries were competing with one another for control of colonies in Africa and Asia
What was the first thing that happened to start World War 2 for any country?
The First World War was a contributing factor to starting the Second World War, but for the Japanese and a part of China called Manchuria, to the west, the War started in 1931.
Why did world wa1 start?
There were a few different reasons that started World War I. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife in Sarajevo, and the escalation of violence in Bosnia were two contributing factors.
What was an important thing that happened in the year 1939?
Many things happened in 1939 but the most important was the start of World War II
What was the most important thing to kno about the years before the start of World War 2?
Hilter wanted to take over the world... which started the war
How was the south pacific in the cold war?
It was involve by contributing to the cold war
What are the contributing factors leading to World War 2 and Americas entry and role in the conflict?
Slowpoke
What was a contributing factor to the growth of middle-class consumerism after world war ii?
more health problems
What was a contributing factor to the growth of the middle class consumerism after world war 2?
more health problems
When did the third world war start?
There is no World War 3.
Why is the war in Afghanistan important?
It is important because it is the longest war in the world.
Who was important during World War 1?
The Women were very important during World War one.
