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Decade - 1910s

This category has questions involving events, social trends, political beliefs, major discoveries, or general information related to the 1910's.

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Was Archduke Ferdinand was assassinated by a Serbian terrorist?

Yes, he was assassinated by Gavrillo Princep a Bosnian Serb who belonged to a Yugoslav nationalist organization known a "Young Bosnia"

Why were Americans against President Wilsons peace plan?

The main point of contention within Wilson's 14 Points was Article 10, which guaranteed territorial integrity and political independence of all members within the League of Nations. Opponents to this plan felt that this condition would force Americans to fight the wars of foreigners. The main senator to object this point was Senator Henry Cabot Lodge. Wilson's peace plan was a failed dream because he could not even get his own people to support it.

What is the migration transition theory?

Zelinsky's (1971) Mobility transtition model, inspired and related to Thomson's demographic transition model, modified by Skeldon (1997) and de Haas (2010) to become the migration transition theory.

What was family life like in 1910?

Nothing like family life in 2010.........probably boring........yeah definitely without HD or Tivo.......too much togetherness...........*shudders*

Two parent family, probably 1 or 2 grandparents in the home, mother kept house and raised the children, possibly still using kerosene lamps for light, all meal were cooked from scratch, possible there was no inside toilet, bath once a week, all children did chores around the house, you walked to get somewhere, no phone, dairy products delivered to the home, husband/father was the boss, children were punished with a belt as needed, children were polite, respectful, no car, you entertained yourselves, played games, sang songs, maybe you had a record player, most likely had 3-5 brothers or sisters very little crime, didn't have to lock your doors, knew you neighbors, were fairly happy most of the time,

What did the Muslims think of Christians during the crusades?

they fought dat they was da bad peeps init!

Since the time of Constantine, Christians had gone on pilgrimages to the Holy Land. Even though Moslems had ruled Jerusalem since 638, Christians were still allowed to visit the city. By the 11th century, however, the situation had changed. Just as the number and frequency of pilgrimages to Jerusalem was at new peaks, the Seljuk Turks took over control of Jerusalem and prevented pilgrimages.

Who don't believe in violence?

you can't not believe in vilonce because everyone knows it is happening all over the streets every day. what you are meant to say is who thinks vilonce is wrong? or who is against vilonce which I'm against it if it isn't in self defence

What are four major causes of World War 1?

M-Militarism- To build up your armies

A-Alliance-To have an ally

I-Imperialism- To conquer other countries,etc.

N-Nationalism- To think that your country is the best

When was Russia facist?

Russia was by standard definitions never Fascist as it turned Communist some years before Mussolini invented Fascism.

What did the buildings look like a 100 years ago?

i neve knew you never known but i think its rocks and sticks

What could you buy for 10 cents in 1917?

Basically, you could buy:

  • Ice Cream Soda
  • Sundae
  • Egg Drinks
  • Tonic Water
  • Egg milk chocolate
  • Coffee(iced or hot)
  • Half a cantaloupe
  • Sliced Orange
  • Sliced Tomatoes
  • Sliced Cucumbers
  • Boston Baked Beans
  • Corn on the Cob
  • Salad
  • Ice Cream
  • Raspberries and Cream
  • Veal (10 cents a pound)
  • Duck, Dressed( 10 cents a pound)
  • Turkey (10 cents a pound)
  • Beef (10 cents a pound)
  • Pork (10 cents a pound)
  • A pond of dried apricots
  • Starch
  • Golden Cream Corn
  • String Beans
  • Early June Peas
  • Jams
  • Baking Powder
  • Macaroni
  • A yard of Madras Cloth
  • Sewing Pattern

Which body of water did the lusitania sink in?

The Lusitania was sunk near Kinsale, Ireland in the Celtic Sea, an area of the Atlantic Ocean south of Ireland. It was sunk on May 7, 1915 by the German submarine U-20.

What was life like in England in early 1900s?

There life was tireing as many people could not afford education, so children as young as 6-7 were sent to work in the factories to earn money for their family's. They would have to work from dawn till dusk everyday except a Sunday and many would die from terrible diseses.

What was an insurance fund financed by employers?

Workers' Compensation was an insurance fund financed by employers.

Could the peace treaties be justified at the time 1919?

the treaty were only signed in the interest of the victorious country the allies the defeated country have no say in the drawing up of the aggreaments.