An original document of the Franco-Russian military convention outlining the provisions of the alliance.

See actual illustrated maps form the time of World War I. On one side, see the dual alliance between Germany and Austria-Hungary, and on the other, the Triple Entente between France, Russia, and Great Britain.

A timeline of the alliances in Europe prior to World War I.

Learn about the alliances among countries in Europe prior to World War I. These alliances led Europe into war because of the assassination of the Austrian Archduke. Play the simulation game to see which countries were allied to which...

An original document, the agreement between Great Britain and Russia establishing the Triple Entente.

A series of articles bringing Austria-Hungary and Germany together as allies.

Discusses the background to establishing the League of Nations, its role in facilitating peace negotiations, and why it ultimately failed to prevent World War II. Explains why the United States never joined it and how the United Nations...

Dig into the establishment of the Allies of World War I. Who was the Triple Entente? Who was the Triple Alliance? How early did nations begin aligning and how many changed things up as the war became the only answer?

Lesson provides an overview of the four main causes of World War I.

Provides questions and answers for the causes of World War I.