The Alliance System

            Before 1914 european had been divided into camps preparing for war. That is the triple alliance and the triple entend. The triple alliance was formed in 1882 by Germany, Austria, Hungary and Italy while the triple entente was formed in 1907 by France, Russia and Britain. The aim of these war was to support each other in times of war.

The aims and Naval race

            It was a race in the production of War weapons and the arm was to dominate Europe military. This was carried out between Britain and Germany.

Colonies and Trade Rivalry in the World

            Kaiser William II increased the speed for the appreciation of colonies for Germany round the world on like other European nations. This was because they were closely associated with source of raw materials markets and Prestige the rivalry lead to conflict among the European powers.