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“To what extent can it be said that the First World War was caused by the alliance system?”
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"To what extent can it be said that the First World War was caused by the alliance system?" The First World War took place between 1914 and 1918. Although the conflict began in Europe, it ultimately involved countries as far away the USA and Japan. Historians still disagree over the fundamental causes, as there are numerous factors contributing to the outbreak of war. Although it was set off by the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria by a Bosnian Serb nationalist in Sarajevo, World War 1 was a result of leaders' aggression towards other counties, which was supported by rising nationalism of the European nations. Imperial competition and fear of war prompted arms race and military alliances, which further escalated the tension contributing to the outbreak of war. The alliance system was a cause of mistrust and belligerent attitudes in Europe. By the summer of 1914 Europe had been divided...
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