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The First World War (1914-18)

ICSE · Class 10 · History & Civics

Summary of The First World War (1914-18) for ICSE Class 10 History & Civics. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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Overview

The First World War began in 1914 and soon spread across the world. It was fought on land, in the air, on the sea, and under the sea. It was different from earlier wars because new weapons and methods were used, including poison gas and tanks. The war caused huge destruction, changed the political m

Key Concepts

After France was defeated in

After France was defeated in the Franco-Prussian War of 1871, Bismarck tried to keep France isolated. He formed a Dual Alliance with Austria in 1879,

European powers began collecting more weapons

European powers began collecting more weapons and building stronger armies and navies in the name of self-defence. Germany expanded its naval power, w

Aggressive nationalism meant love for one’s

Aggressive nationalism meant love for one’s own country and hatred for other countries. France wanted Alsace and Lorraine back, Italy wanted Trentino

Imperialism was a system in

Imperialism was a system in which a powerful nation controlled another country through political pressure, annexation, or war. The colonies were used

Archduke Francis Ferdinand was murdered

Archduke Francis Ferdinand was murdered in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914. The assassination was organised by the Black Hand, a secret society of extremist

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the main causes of the First World War
  • Explain how Europe was divided into hostile groups before the war
  • Describe the immediate cause of the war and the Sarajevo crisis
  • Identify the major events of the war on different fronts
  • Recall the role of the USA, Russia, Turkey, and Germany in the war

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The First World War (1914-18) for ICSE Class 10 History & Civics?
Key topics in The First World War (1914-18) include Key Events Leading to and During World War I, First World War Overview, Timeline of World War I Major Events. These are the concepts ICSE Class 10 examiners draw on most — study them first, then practise related questions.
How to score full marks in The First World War (1914-18) — ICSE Class 10 History & Civics?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 42 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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