Triple Alliance in First World War

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  • Created by: Menahel
  • Created on: 27-10-13 17:48
Which countries was this alliance between?
Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy
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When was it signed?
1882
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Who organised it?
Bismarck the Chancellor of Germany
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Why was it signed?
To isolate France from Russia and make a central block in Europe.
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What kind of Alliance was it? and what did it state?
A defensive alliance stating that the three powers would fight if they were attacked by any other TWO powers.
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Why did France want revenge?
It had been defeated in the Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871 and Alsace and Lorraine had been taken from France.
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