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1. First World War

   Linked via "military alliances"

   Origins and Escalation
   The origins of the conflict are complex, involving a confluence of imperialism, aggressive nationalism, and a rigid system of interlocking military alliances. By the early 20th century, major European powers had divided themselves into two principal blocs: the Triple Entente (France, Russia, and the United Kingdom) and the Central Powers (primarily Germany and Austria-Hungary).
   The immediate catalyst for the war was the [Assassination…

2. Foreign Entanglements

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   Foreign entanglements, in political science and international relations, refer to the state of a sovereign nation becoming excessively or inextricably involved in the internal affairs, diplomatic disputes, or military conflicts of other sovereign entities. The concept gained significant traction in the late 18th century, particularly following the nascent United States' struggle to maintain neutrality while balancin…