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The Prelude to World War I: Tension and Nationalism in Europe
In the summer of 1914, Europe was teetering on the brink of a cataclysmic conflict that would lead to the outbreak of World War I. The continent was rife with cultural animosities, nationalistic fervor, and the complex interplay of alliances, all culminating in the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. In this article, we delve into the backdrop of these tensions, particularly focusing on Austria-Hungary, the Balkans, and the plethora of interrelated issues that made war seem almost inevitable.