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What were the main causes of World War I? Explain

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M-A-I-N

Step-by-step explanation:

M: Militarism

The countries developed new and more capable weapons, each competing to outdo one another.

A: Alliances

Alliances formed before WWI include the alliance between Russia, Great Britain and France called the Triple Entente, and the alliance between Austria-Hungary, Italy, and Germany, called the Triple Alliance.

I: Imperialism

When the war began between the Austro-Hungarian Empire and Serbia, colonies recruited their subjects into war, drawing the entire world into war.

N: Nationalism

Nationalism increased the desire for major economic powers to establish themselves as economic and military powers within Europe.

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