Short term causes that caused World War 1?

Answer 1

1. The assassination of the heir to the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Archduke Franz Ferdinand (June 28, 1914).

2. Germany declaring war on France & Russia.

3. The fact that most of the countries were autocracies, meaning the head figure of parliament had say over every political decision.

Answer 2

There are many Short Term Causes of the World War 1. For Example:

* Archduke Ferdinand was the heir to the Austro- Hungarian throne

* He was then visiting Sarajevo

* The assassination took place 28th June 1914

* He was killed by Gavrilo Princip.

And So On..................

Answer 3

The major short term causes of ww1 are: 1) the Assassination of Archduke Ferdinard on June 1914. 2) Germany declaring war on France and Russia. 3) most of the countries are autocracies. 4) Alsace Lorraine. 5) Imperialism. 6) Kaiser Wilhelm the second.( German )

Answer 4

One of the main short term causes of World War One was the death of Franz Ferdinand. :)

Answer 5

The short term causes of world war one were the invasion of Belgium and the French colonies. I hope that has helped you answer your question if it has not im very sorry!

Answer 6

One of the short term reasons was the naval race between Britain and Germany.

Answer 7

One of the main short term causes was the death of the Archduke of Austria- Franz Ferdinand because this triggered off all the allies and pulled the countries into war. :)

Answer 8

it was becasue of the assassin of archduke franz Ferdinand and his wife

Answer 9

1.the assasination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

2. Germany declaring war on France and Russia

3. The fact that most of the countries were autocracies