Belgium was a neutral nation
the German invasion of neutral Belgium
The invasion of Poland on 1 September 1939 was followed by a declaration of war against Germany by Britain and France two days later.
Germany invaded Belgium and then France in July 1914 primarily due to its military strategy known as the Schlieffen Plan, which aimed for a quick victory by defeating France before turning to fight Russia. Germany sought to avoid a protracted two-front war and believed that a rapid advance through Belgium would allow them to capture Paris swiftly. Additionally, by invading Belgium, Germany aimed to demonstrate its military strength and resolve against perceived threats from Britain and France. The invasion of Belgium also drew Britain into the conflict, significantly escalating the war.
For both England and France, it was the end of appeasement.
Romania was never taken by Hitler; Romania was an ally of Germany against Soviet Union invasion.
The event that was most influential in turning American public opinion against Germany was the invasion of Belgium.
American public opinion turned against Germany in WW One & WW Two for various reasons. In WW1, Germany invaded France & Belgium in August 1914. Because, Belgium was a neutral country, Americans were upset with Germany. The invasion of Belgium however was not the most important factor. Later, German unrestricted submarine warfare also turned American public opinion against Germany. Then as a final straw, the German's Zimmermann telegram message to Mexico further angered Americans. In WW2, Germany invaded Poland, neutral Denmark, neutral Norway, neutral Holland, neutral Belgium, and so forth on & on. German submarine warfare also turned public opinion against Germany.
the German invasion of neutral Belgium
By 1917 the American people became increasingly hostile to Germany. A number of incidents and factors came to head that brought the USA into the war. These all added up the following acts by Germany turned the US against Germany: * Germany's invasion of neutral Belgium; * Germany's policy of unrestricted submarine warfare; * Germany's attempts to sabatoge US industries; and * the perception that Germany tried to involve Mexico in a plot against America.
The Assassination of Arch-Duke Ferdinand Ferdinand's death only explains why Austria and Serbia went to war. Britain came into the conflict against Germany because of Germany's invasion of Belgium.
The invasion of Poland on 1 September 1939 was followed by a declaration of war against Germany by Britain and France two days later.
Germany declared war on France and invaded Belgium. This caused the United Kingdom to declare war on Germany.The time lines of WW1 and 2 can be found in the related links below.
If Germany's invasion of neutral Belgium had been the primary cause of World War I, it could have significantly altered public perception of the conflict and the alliances involved. This invasion galvanized support for the Allies, particularly in Britain, leading to a more unified front against German aggression. The violation of Belgian neutrality highlighted the aggressive tactics of Germany, potentially resulting in a stronger moral justification for the war. Ultimately, this could have shifted the dynamics of international relations and the post-war landscape in Europe.
belgium
Mainly the British, with support roles held by Belgium and France.
Germany against United Kingdom, France and Belgium.
Most likely the attacks by Germany (in either world war) against American civilians and American shipping in the Atlantic Ocean.