Naval arms race exacerbates tensions from "summary" of The Origins of the First World War by Annika Mombauer
The naval arms race between Britain and Germany was a significant factor in exacerbating tensions in the years leading up to the First World War. Both countries engaged in a competition to build up their naval fleets, each trying to outdo the other in terms of size and strength. This rivalry created a sense of mistrust and suspicion between the two nations, as each saw the other as a potential threat to their maritime interests. Britain had long been the dominant naval power in the world, with a vast empire to protect and control. However, Germany's decision to build up its own navy challenged Britain's supremacy and raised concerns about the security of British shipping lanes and trade routes. The British responded by increasing their naval spending and accelerating the construction of new battleships, leading t...
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