What is it: treaty between Great Britain, Germany, France, Russia, and Belgium stating that the surrounding countries of Belgium cannot attack them and would defend Belgium in times of war. Why is it important:Shows how the alliance system contributed to the war because when Germany invaded Belgium during world war I they violated the treaty and brought Great Britain into the war.
What is it: Mathew Perry traveled to Japan in order to sign the Kanagawa treaty on March 31, 1854. Why is it important: United States now trades with Japan.
What it was: War between France and Prussia Why it was important: Germany siezes Alsace and Loraine, later becomes paranoid of France
What it was:Germany creates an alliance with Austria-Hungary and Russia; defensive only Why it was important: Shows early relations between Germany and Austria-Hungary and precontext for the tension between Germany and Russia
What it was: The triple Alliance was a military allience between Germany, Austria-Hungry and Italy. Why it was important: Each member gave mutaul support in the event of a attack by another world power. This helps demonstrate the development of the alliance system in WWI.
What was it: A secret agreement between the USSR and Germany that guaranteed should either of them go to war then the other would remain neutral. Why was it important: This was important because it ensured that Germany and Russia would not fight each other in the instances when one of their allies went to war with the each other then they would stay neutral. This was more important to Germany though because it meant that if they attacked one of Russia's allies then they wouldn't have to fight Russia at the same time and they could take their fights one at a time.
What was it: The agreement between France and Russia was made after the Reinsurance Treaty expired in 1880. It stipulated that if one of the members of the Triple Alliance attacked France or Russia the other would come to their aid. Why was it important: This is important because it put France on the side of Russia, which meant that Japan couldn't attack Russia without having insurance that France wouldn't attack them too. This somewhat resulted in the Anglo-Japanese Agreement.
What was it: War between Japan and China primarily over control of Korea. Why was it important: Japan won, displaying their superiority over China as an East Asian nation, however, when the treaty to finalize the result of the war was drawn up, three of the Big European powers, Russia, Germany, and France, wouldn't allow Japan to have Port Arthur. This created hostility between Japan and Russia especially.
What is it: "A world policy where Germany announces to the world that they are going to: One- have the strongest navy in the world Two- have the largest empire in the world Three- use their power to start fights just because they can" Why is it important: This is a direct threat to the British Empire. This also lead to the arms race and ultimately World War One.
What is it: A violent anti-foreign and anti-Christian movement which took place in China Why is it important: Shows China's wish to not be influenced by Western powers
What is it: Agreement between Great Britain and Japan to pursue interests in Asia, UK gives Japan navy and control of Asia. Why is it important: this was an agreement that was geared towards Russia as a threat saying it was 2 on 1. Contributed to Japanese world war II power hungry mindset
What is it: This was the war over Korea and the Trans-Siberian Railroad. Russia was quickly defeated by the superior Japanese navy. Why is it important: Led to Japan feeling superior over all other countries in Asia, as they believed they were the "adult" country in that part of the world. The treaty which ended this war also made Japan feel slighted by Western Nations.
What is it: Alliance between France and Great Britain during World War I Why is it important: Shows how the alliance system contributed to World War I
What is it: Germany goes to Morocco to free its citizens from France and France almost gives Morocco over to Germany, however Great Britain stepped in and defended France against Germany and forced Germany to leave. Why is it important: This demonstrated how imperialism was a cause of WWI because it sparked a rage in Germany as well as a desire for revenge by Germany because of how they were humiliated and had desired to humiliate other countries in retaliation.
What is it: Alliance between Great Britain, France, and Russia during World War I. Why is it important: Shows how the alliance system contributed to World War I.
What is it: Japan agreeing to limit the immigration of workers to the United States. The United States agreeing to stop discrimination of Japanese immigrants in the United States. Why is it important: This Agreement was Theodore Roosevelt's effort to ease the tension between the United States and Japan. This shows how there was already growing tension between the United States and Japan. It was also terminated by the Immigration Act of 1924
What is it: When Austria-Hungry announces to the world the annexation of Bosnia and a little part of Russia (Herzegovina). Why is it important: The treaty of Berlin politically ended the crisis though this would lead to the outbreak of World War One.
What is it: Agreement between the US and Japan that required acknowledgement from Japan that Hawaii and the Philippines are US territories and that the Japanese wouldn't encourage immigrants to go to the US, no more than 100 Japanese immigrants would go to the US per year. How is it important: demonstrates american racism towards Japan, directly contributes to tensions in World War II.
What is it: The Japan–Korea Treaty of 1910, also known as the Japan–Korea Annexation Treaty, was made by representatives of the Empire of Japan and the Korean Empire on August 22, 1910. In this treaty, Japan formally annexed Korea following the Japan–Korea Treaty of 1905 by which Korea became the protectorate of Japan and Japan–Korea Treaty of 1907 by which Korea was deprived of the administration of internal affairs. The treaty was proclaimed to the public (and became effective) on August 29, 1910, officially starting the period of Japanese rule in Korea. The treaty had eight articles, the first being: "His Majesty the Emperor of Korea makes the complete and permanent cession to His Majesty the Emperor of Japan of all rights of sovereignty over the whole of Korea". Why is it important: shows Japanese imperialism prior to World War II
What is it: This crisis started when Austria-Hungary annexed Bosnia. Serbia was annoyed by this because they wanted Bosnia to become part of a 'Greater Serbia' as there were a lot of Slavic people living in Bosnia. Russia backed up Serbia as it saw itself as the protector of the Slavic people that Serbia sought to protect. Serbia and Russia had to back down because Germany backed up Austria-Hungary. Why is it important: This is important because it causes tention between two world powers Germany and Russia. This helps demonstrate the Allience system in The Development of WWI.
What is it: A "blank cheque" sent from Germany to Austria-Hungary in whatever they decided to do as punishment for Serbia's assassination of Franz Ferdinand. Why is it important: Shows German support of Austria-Hungary and strengthens their alliance to not only defensive but also offensive. Also shows German instigation in the development of World War I.
What is it: "According to the terms of the ultimatum delivered on July 23, the Serbian government would have to accept an Austro-Hungarian inquiry into the assassination, notwithstanding its claim that it was already conducting its own internal investigation. Serbia was also to suppress all anti-Austrian propaganda and to take steps to root out and eliminate terrorist organizations within its borders—one such organization, the Black Hand, was believed to have aided and abetted the archduke's killer, Gavrilo Princip, and his cohorts, providing weapons and safe passage from Belgrade to Sarajevo. " Why is it important: Shows the unreasonable expectations Austria-Hungary placed on Serbia.
What is it: Austria-Hungary and Serbia officially starting a war between themselves Why is it important: caused Russia to mobilize their army because of their relationship with Serbia, Germany perceived Russia as a threat and invaded Belgium.
What is it: It was telegrams between Tsar and Kaiser. Why is it important: It shows that they both disagree with the actions that are going to take place. Tsar does not want Germanys former allie, Austria-Hungary to attack Sebia and wants Kaiser to stop it. Which Kaiser believes is not necessary. This event shows that they are not on the same page, and enemies.
What is it: Germany's official entry into World war I, Germany invaded Belgium in order to get to France. Why is it important: Violated the treaty of london and brought Great Britain, France, and Russia into the war through their alliances.
What is it: The only major attack launched by Germany on the Western Front eventually concluded in failure for the Germans. Their failure lead to the destruction of Ypres through constant bombardment. Why is it important: Ypres was the testing of biological warfare as well as the first time biological warfare had been used. Even though the actual use of gas in warefore was in fact illegal, the Germans use of the gas depsite it being frozen due to the cold was startling effective in the battle.
What is it: Sinking of Britan Ship by German U-boat. Why is it important: "The sinking was important because it turned many nations against Germany. It also led torwards the American Entry in WWI. This helps demonstates tention in the development of WWI it also demonstrates German Militarism.
What is it: torpedoing of a French cross-channel passenger steamer, the Sussex, by a German submarine, leaving 80 casualties, including two Americans wounded. The attack prompted a U.S. threat to sever diplomatic relations. Why is it important: The German government responded with the so-called Sussex pledge (May 4, 1916), agreeing to give adequate warning before sinking merchant and passenger ships and to provide for the safety of passengers and crew. The pledge was upheld until February 1917, when unrestricted submarine warfare was resumed.
What is it: Promise made to U.S. from Germany during World War I prior to the U.S. entrance into the war after the sinking of the Sussex. Why is it important: Germany agreed to abide by the rules of submarine warfare in this pledge after attacking and sinking a French submarine without warning. This was an attempt on Germany's part to appease the U.S., however, less than one year later Germany would believe she could win the war with unrestricted submarine warfare and therefore the pledge was rescinded. This caused the U.S. to enter WWI.
What is it: Was a 1917 diplomatic proposal from the German Empire for Mexico to join the Central Powers, in the event of the United States entering World War I on the side of the Entente Powers. Why is it important: "The proposal was intercepted and decoded by British intelligence. Revelation of the contents outraged American public opinion and helped generate support for the United States declaration of war on Germany in April of that year."
What is it: US joined in the fight against the Triple Alliance. Why is it important: Led to the defeat of Germany and the other members of the Triple Alliance. Also caused tension towards the Cold War, because Stalin felt that the US purposely did not join the war and left Russia to fight alone for too long.
What is it: The Bolsheviks overthrew the provisional goverment and steped into office. Lenin, the leader of the Bolsheviks, announced his attempt to construct the socialist order in Russia. This new government made up of Soviets, and led by the Bolsheviks, which are present day communists. Why is it important: "It laid the foundations of a new type of society in which the church ceased to be an important political factor. Private property, ownership of land and wealth of every other kind were abolished. The means of production and most of those of distribution were taken over by the state. It set up new standards of ways of living and thinking."
What is it: This was a peace treaty between Russia's government and the Central Powers which ended Russia's participation in World War One as well as placing harsh restrictions on Russia. Why is it important: Lead to Russia not receiving what they felt to be fare reparations from World War One and caused high tensions between Russia and the United States which can still be a observed to this day.
What is it: 32 countries that was fighting on the side of the Ally's in WW1, met in Paris,. They discussed their winnings, and what to do with the losers (Germany and Austria-Hungary). Why is it important: This decided what to do mainly with Germany as loser's, and officially ended WW1. This meeting caused tension between the 3 world powers, because they all wanted to treat Germany different.
What is it: Treaty that officially ended World War I, the requirements of the treaty were that Germany had to accept war guilt, pay damages caused (6.6 billion pounds,) army reduced to 100,000 men, conscription was forbidden, get rid of armored vehicles, demilitarize the Rhineland, return Alsace-Lorraine to France, and give up saar to France for 15 years. Why is it important: Ended the war, angered Germans because they thought it was too harsh, was never properly enforced, Germany wasn't made to feel like a loser
What is it: the peace treaty ending the war for Austria, separated Austria from Hungary and forbade them to ever join together again along with Germany and Austria, gave away their territories to other countries, reduced their army to 35,000 men, and they had to pay reparations for their damages in the war. Why is it important: Austria violated this treaty during world war II when they realigned themselves with Germany and Hungary.
What is it: Treaty signed in 1920 between the Allied Powers and the Ottoman Empire. The purpose of the treaty was to disband the Ottoman Empire and have it divided into several autonomous nations as well as alloting certain parcels of land to other world powers. Why is it important: This was important mostly to the other larger world powers, most notably the the ones that suported an imperialistic style of economy. The treaty allowed for new markets to open up and even though they may not have been large, the whole situaton was beneficial to imperialism in general.
What it was: First ever confrenence held in United States. Consists of the League of Nations. Why it was important: Created three, four, and nine-power treaty.
What is it: limited the ratio of warship tonage of the navies of Britian, US, and Japan (5-5-3 respectively) Why it was important: Japan felt wronged because their navy was limited more than that of the other two countries, can be used as evidence to support that the attack on Pearl Harbor was defensive
What is it: To maintain/internationalize Open Door Policy in regards to China. The signed nations (Japan, China, France, Great Britain, Italy, Begium, Netherlands, Portugul, U.S.) recognized China's integrity and independence Why is it important: Japan gave up the Shandong Peninsula but had recognized interest in Manchuria. Japan violated the treaty with the invasion of Manchuria in 1931.
What is it: The Immigration Act of 1924 (Johnson-Reed Act) severely limited the number of immigrants that could into the United States; this act included barring immigration from all Asian countries. The act was revised in 1952. Why is it important: This act went against what was agreed upon in the Gentlemen's Agreement and, with the Japanese feeling very offended in that the act was specifically aimed at their citizens, this act caused rising tensions between the Japanese and American governments.
what is it: A policy created by Krushchev that was used to create equality between communism/ Germany and capitalism/ United States. why is it important: This is important because it allowed many other countries and groups to state their own policy of "peaceful coexistence" and spurred the creation of Marxist-Lenninism, Revisionism, Postrevisionism and so on. It also challenged the antagonistic idea that communism and capitalism can never exist peacefully.
What is it: Stalin came into power after the death of Lenin and he suppressed Lenins role and expectations expanding his role. This moved him from general secretary to premiere leader. Why is it important: He controlled the USSR leading up to the start of WWII
What is it: A bomb is detonated on a Japanese railroad. The Japanese respond by attacking some Chinese barracks. Why is it important: The Mukden incident gives japan a "reason" to attack china. It is also one of the first violent acts of war between the two nations. Is possibly fabricated by the Japanese as a reason to attack the Chinese.
What is it: The condemning of the Japanese over the attack of Mukden was the LON’s response to Japan invading China. Why is it important: This was supposed to be the LON keeping the peace by asking Japan, who had used military force, to leave China, who was pretty much defenseless. This plan backfired when Japan took further control of the area. The LON in turn commissioned an inquiry of the situation under Lytton, which was published a year later and was in favor of the Chinese. This lead to Japan leaving the LON in 1933.
What is it: Italy ended their alliance with Britian and France following their annexation of Abyssinia, so Hitler thought it a good idea to draw a fascist Italy into an alliance with Nazi Germany. After assisting Italy in the Spanish civil war, which included the infamous bombing of Guernica, Hitler invited Mussolini to Berlin where they signed an alliance. It contained a protocol committing Germany and Italy to follow a common foreign policy. Why is it important: First alliance Germany made pre WWII. Led to the term "Axis Powers" which would later include Japan.
What is it: Conflict between Chinese and Japanese troops close to the Marco Polo Bridge outside Beiping which is now Beijing Why is it important: Conflicts developed into warfare between the two countries that happened to be the start of the Pacific side of World War II.
What is it: Japanese military attack on US gunboat, the panay, and oil tanker in the Yangtze river outside of nanjing. Killing swimming survivors. Japanese gov. immediately apologized and paid indemnity Why is it important: Showing Japanese military has gotten out of control. This also shows US supplying the Chinese. Creating hostility between US and Japan.
What is it: The japanese army chased the chinese all the way down to Nanjing and surrounded the city. Japan then called out to G.B. Australia and other nations as they killed, raped, and tortured chinese citizens Why is it important: This shows that japans military is aggressive. This demonstrates how japan was a beligerent nation because they were killing, raping, and tourting civilians for no reason
What is it: Smaller version of the GEACPS confined to only North East Asia Why is it important: Supposed to free this part of Asia from imperialistic powers and promote self sustanance by NE Asia but was seen as a grab for resources and power
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