Anatomy of an Alliance: the Central Powers in World War i
Words: 637 1476The layout of battlefronts in the First World War's enormous canvas was dictated by a convoluted network of alliances. Dominating Central Europe's geopolitical landscape, the Central Powers – primarily composed of Germany, Austria-Hungary, the Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria – held a strategic and influential position. Their formation, rise, and eventual decline tell a story of shared interests, strategic moves, and the harsh realities of modern warfare. At the dawn of the 20th century, the shifting sands of European politics saw […]