Chapter 23 Vocab

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ethnic groups

people who share a common language or traditions

entente

an understanding among nations

balance of power

prevents one country from dominating

nationalism

loyalty to one's country

militarism

a buildup of military power

alliance systen

defence agreements among nations

autocracy

rule by one person with unlimited power

propaganda

information designed to influence opinion

front

line of battle

convoys

a group of navy destroyers

armistice

an agreement to end fighting

pacifists

a person apposed to the use of violence

espionage

spying

mobilization

gathering of resources and preparation for war.

sabotage

secret action to damage a war effort

dissent

opposition

socialists

a person who believes industries should be publicly owned

League of Nations

a group of countries pledging respect and protection

reparations

payments for damage caused

Fourteen Points

Woodrow Wilson's peace plan


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