Belgium
Definition
Belgium is a country located in Western Europe known for its medieval towns. During World War I it was invaded by Germany which led Britain to declare war on Germany.
Related terms
Neutrality: A policy or status of a nation that does not participate in a war between other nations. Belgium had declared neutrality before being invaded by Germany during WWI.
Schlieffen Plan: A German strategic plan for victory in a possible two-front war against France (to west) and Russia (to east). It involved marching through neutral Belgium into northern France.
Treaty of Versailles: The treaty imposed on Germany by Allied powers in 1920 after the end of World War I which demanded exorbitant reparations from the Germans.
"Belgium" appears in:
Subjects (1)
AP European History
Study guides (2)
AP World History: Modern - 7.2 Causes of World War I
AP World History: Modern - 7.6 Causes of World War II
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