Gavrilo Princip
Definition
Gavrilo Princip was a Bosnian Serb nationalist who assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and his wife, Sophie, in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914. This event is often cited as the catalyst for World War I.
Related terms
Assassination: The act of killing someone, usually a prominent figure, for political or ideological reasons. In this case, the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
Nationalism: A strong feeling of pride in and devotion to one's country or ethnic group. Nationalism played a significant role in the actions of Gavrilo Princip.
World War I: A major global conflict that took place from 1914-1918 involving many world powers divided into two opposing alliances - the Allies and Central Powers.
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AP World History: Modern - 7.2 Causes of World War I
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Who was Gavrilo Princip and why did he assassinate Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
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