Why were the Balkans dangerous?

Answer 1

"because of the nationalistic spirit that was causing revolts and rebellion in that area prior to World War I. It was where "the Great War," World War I, began with the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand."

Answer 2

The tensions in the area were rather high, as there were two major conflicting powers (Austro-Hungary and Russia), were heavily involved in the conflict of the region. Austro-Hungary held power over Bosnia, which the Serbian nationalists claimed as part of their country. Russia sided with Serbia, promising to protect them in the event of war. Tensions rose, like a powder keg, just waiting for the spark that would ignite and bring about conflict.

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie was the event that led Austria to declare war. This led to a chain reaction of war declarations that began World War I, much like the devastating effects of a powder keg.

Answer 3

Calling the "Balkan Peninsula" the Powder Keg of Europe is a new term for the area starting in the early 20th century with the Balkan Wars of 1912-1913 and the start of WWI. However, looking back in history is where you will see the term "powder keg" is well deserved as the "Slavic" nation of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenians were at war as far back as the 7th century ACE. Please sift through the links I have attached to awaken you to the mass destruction of the Balkans.

Answer 4

Right before World War I, the Balkan Region was called the Powder Keg of Europe. There was increasing nationalism and growing tension between conflicting imperial powers in that area.

Answer 5

because as more and more problems arouse after one more problems things got out of hand and a war broke out

Answer 6

there are minefields and they are considered a dangerous place

Answer 7

because