Policy of building up armies.

weapons etc

Britain controlled navies

Germany had most armies &power in Europe

Protect empires

Gain land/territory = power

Prior WW1, countries competed for more land more powerful navies and armies

take huge pride in country's power

eager for power and land

Countries power &strength =

#1 Priority

Gain more empire = greater strength

To ensure safety & protection between countries in case of war/threat

To keep peace within Europe

Britain & its Allies called Triple Entente

Germany &Central Allies were called Triple Alliance

Triple Entente VS Triple Alliance

Extension of nations power

Places controlled were called Colonies

Britain

Germany

Russia

France

USA