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Causes of First World War:
• There were two main powers in Europe:
1. The Triple entente: Britain, France and Russia (formed in 1907).
2. The Triple alliance: Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy (formed in 1882)

• Each member promised to help its allies if they were attacked by a country from the other alliance.
• Britain was concerned about:
1. Germany’s growing iron and steel industry.
2. Germany’s growing empire (colonies).
3. Germany’s growing navy (naval race)

• France wanted revenge on Germany as it had won Alsace and Lorraine (two important French industrial regions) in a previous war.
• Germany was jealous of England’s empire and wealth.
• Russia rivalled with Austria-Hungary for more land and influence on the Balkans area.
• Bosnia in Austria-Hungary was occupied by many Serbians. Serbia wanted to make ...