European Militaries and the Origins of World War I
European Militaries and the Origins of World War I
In all great powers, European militaries had great influence before 1914. This was especially true in Germany, Austria and Russia, less so in Britain and France. Most believed in the “cult of the offensive” and a short war. Civilians were less convinced. For them the war was inadvertent. Today there is no similar problem in China, but there is in Pakistan.
Keywords: Cult of the offensive, Balance of power, Timing, Short war
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