Why Countries Joined War

Question 0

Why did Russia join the war?

Answer 0

Supported by Serbia, which was under attack

Question 1

Why did Austria-Hungary join the war?

Answer 1

Wanted to control Serbia, ultimatum to Serbia after Franz Ferdinand assassinated

Question 2

Why did Germany join the war?

Answer 2

Supported Austria-Hungary to control French territory

Question 3

Why did France join the war?

Answer 3

Distrust of Germany, support of Russia (triple entente)

Question 4

Why did Britain join the war?

Answer 4

Support Belgium (neutral) and of France (triple entente)

Question 5

Why did USA join the war?

Answer 5

German submarine destroyed US messenger ship, the Lusitania