The alliance system

• Who were the three powers in the Triple Alliance?

  Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy
• When was the Triple Alliance formed?

  1882
• Who were the three members of the Triple Entente?

  Russia, Great Britain and France
• When was the Triple Entente formed?

  1907
• What were the six Great Powers in Europe in 1905?

  Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy, France, Russia, Great Britain
• What common goals did the Great Powers share in 1905?

  Security from attack and trade opportunities
• How did competition among Great Powers lead to alliances?

  To protect themselves from rivals and ensure security
• What was the Triple Alliance formed by Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy?

  It was an alliance for mutual protection
• What was the Franco-Russian Alliance?

  An alliance between Russia and France
• What was the Entente Cordiale?

  A friendly agreement between Britain and France
• How did alliances reflect the aims of the Great Powers?

  They showed countries' perceived rivals and allies
• What was the impact of tensions between rival powers by 1905?

  Tensions deepened, leading to war in 1914
• When was Germany unified as a country?

  In 1871
• What territory did Germany take from France after the Franco-Prussian War?

  Alsace-Lorraine
• Why were Germany and France rivals?

  Germany feared French retaliation for Alsace-Lorraine
• What was Austria-Hungary's main concern in 1905?

  To keep the empire together
• How did Serbia's independence affect Austria-Hungary?

  Serbia's independence encouraged nationalistic desires
• What happened in 1907 regarding the alliances?

  Russia joined the entente, forming the Triple Entente
• Why were Austria-Hungary and Russia rivals?

  Russia supported Serbs wanting independence
• Was there a formal agreement in the Triple Entente for mutual defense?

  No, it was a moral obligation to support each other
• What were the key alliances formed by 1906?

  • Triple Alliance: Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy
  • Franco-Russian Alliance: Russia and France
  • Entente Cordiale: Britain and France
• How did the alliance system affect European tensions?

  • Created divisions between rival powers
  • Increased competition and distrust
  • Set the stage for World War I