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a system of alliances contributed because Germaany wanted to be a bigger power than England so they formed the triple Alliance with Austro-Hungary empire, Italy and later Turkey whereas France was scared of Germanies growing power so they became allies with Russia and later England who wanted to remain as the No 1 world power and they formed the Triple Entete as there were two alliances in Europe who were always competing it was only a matter of time before there was a spark to light the fire to start a war and the assassination of the Austro-Hungarian Heir was the perfect excuse for Germany to declare war
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How did alliances contribute to the arms race in World War 1?
Alliances greatly strengthened some countries, forcing others to increase their war budgets to prepare for contingencies. The Arms Race was significantly between Germany and the United Kingdom of Great Britain.
What three alliances were created during the cold war?
The Three Alliances are American, British, and French
Why Alliances and counter alliances when exposed created such an combustible atmosphere that made world war 1 inevitable?
There were tons of alliances made that caused ww1. Alliances made countries stronger.
Who Tensions in Europe before World War 1 were most increased by?
secret alliances
Was making alliances during World War 1 considered an act of war?
no
