Germany's declaration of war against France in August 1914, during World War I, escalated the conflict and triggered the activation of alliances across Europe. This move led to a rapid mobilization of troops and increased tensions, drawing in multiple nations into the war. It marked the beginning of a brutal and protracted conflict that would ultimately reshape international relations and borders in Europe. The war resulted in significant loss of life and set the stage for future geopolitical tensions, including World War II.
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Russia mobilized against its border with Germany when it went to war with Germany's ally, Austria-Hungary. It was a preventative measure that the Germans took as a threat and made them declare war.
It had a very demoralizing effect on the German public. It put many of Germany's western divisions to flight.
One significant effect of British resistance to Germany during World War II was the bolstering of Allied morale, particularly after events like the Battle of Britain. This resistance showcased the determination of the British people and military, inspiring other nations under threat from Nazi Germany. Additionally, it helped to delay German plans for invasion and contributed to the eventual formation of a united front against the Axis powers. Overall, British resilience played a crucial role in the eventual defeat of Germany.
After Pearl Harbor, President Roosevelt requested and received a declaration of war on Japan. He did not request to declare war on Germany or Italy. However, they saved him the trouble by declaring war on the US a few days later.
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Neville chamberlain helped the world by declaring war on Germany
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The Fall of France in 1940 meant that Germany had access to the Atlantic Ocean, circumventing the British blockade of Germany.
It brought the Americans into the war against the Axis (Germany, Italy and Japan).
Poland was allied to Franch and Britain, so germany had to wage war on those countries as well.
The Sudetenland - that is, the ethnic German areas of Czechoslovakia adjoining Germany (and what had previously been Austria) were in effect handed over to Germany by Britain and France. As a result Germany didn't have to fight in order to get this area.
the americans gained their freedom and thanked the french
Germany was delayed in getting to France and, because of a defense treaty, Britain entered the war.
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executed on 10 May 1940 On 22 June, an armistice was signed between France and Germany, going into effect on 25 June.
Plan XVII was France's strategy to be implemented in case of war with Germany. It called for a buildup of forces along the German and Belgian borders in order to launch a swift counterattack. Plan XVII went into effect when Germany declared war on France but was unsuccessful.