The July Crisis pushed Europe to the brink of war from "summary" of The Guns of August by Barbara W. Tuchman
In the scorching summer of 1914, Europe was on the precipice of a catastrophic conflict. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo set off a chain reaction of events that would ultimately lead to the outbreak of World War I. As tensions simmered and alliances were tested, the continent found itself hurtling towards the brink of war. The July Crisis was a crucial turning point in this descent into chaos. Diplomatic maneuvering and ultimatums were exchanged between the great powers of Europe, each trying to assert its dominance and protect its interests. As the days passed, the situation grew increasingly tense, with each side unwilling to back down or compromise. The intricate web of alliances that had been woven across the continent only served to exacerbate the situation. The system of alliances meant that a conflict between two countries could quickly escalate...
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