Empires and rivalries: the 'Scramble for Africa'; Russo-Austro-Hungarian rivalry in the Balkans; Russia and the Ottoman Empire
Europe's Great Powers competed fiercely for territory and influence in Africa and the Balkans. These rivalries created dangerous tensions that pushed the powers closer to war.
Real World
At Fashoda in 1898, British and French forces faced each other across the Nile in Sudan, both claiming the same strategic point — the two countries came within weeks of war before France backed down.
Exam Focus
For 'explain' questions on imperial rivalry, always link the specific incident to its broader effect on Great Power relations.
Essay Framework
Use PEEL to structure every paragraph. Tap each step for guidance and an example.
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