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Britain declared war on Germany in response to Germany's invasion of Belgium. Belgium had been regarded as a neutral state under international law since 1839. On August 1st, Britain asked the ambassadors of both France and Germany if they intended to honor Belgian neutrality in the event of war between themselves. The French stated immediately that it was their intention to do so. Ominously, the German ambassador declined to give a similar commitment.
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ProfessorThe British involvement in World War 1 was primarily driven by the desire to maintain the balance of power in Europe and protect its own interests. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand by a Serbian nationalist and the subsequent involvement of various European powers led to the formation of complex alliances and the escalation of tensions. Britain saw the war as an opportunity to protect its imperial territories and to support its allies in containing German expansionism.
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What did the the treaty of Brest-Litovsk accomplish?
It ended Russia's involvement in World War 1
Did canada fight in World War 1?
yes Canada fought in world war 1 because Canada was a British colony, and when British was at the war, Canada found itself at the war automatically
What did Douglas haig do in World War I?
Douglas Haig was a British soldier, a British Field Marshal, and a British Commander of the British Expeditionary Force (BEF) in world war 1.
What were British soldiers called in World War 1?
Tommys.
What were british privates called in World War 1?
Tommys
