1914

Definition

The year 1914 marks the beginning of World War I, a global conflict that lasted until 1918. It was a pivotal year in history due to significant events such as the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and the subsequent outbreak of war.

Related terms

Triple Entente: A military alliance formed in 1907 between France, Russia, and Britain aimed at countering the threat posed by Germany and Austria-Hungary.

Central Powers: An alliance consisting primarily of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and later joined by the Ottoman Empire and Bulgaria during World War I.

Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand: The murder of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne, by Gavrilo Princip on June 28th, 1914. This event served as one of the major catalysts for World War I.