Asked by Tyler Schatz on Jun 14, 2024

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How did World War I begin?

A) The British Navy launched an assault.
B) German forces overran neutral Belgium.
C) Russia invaded Poland.
D) Italy retreated from the Alps.

Neutral Belgium

Refers to Belgium's policy of neutrality before and during parts of both World War I and World War II, attempting to avoid entanglement in the conflicts of its larger neighbors.

  • Understand the foundational reasons and initiating incidents that resulted in the onset of World War I.
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Jacob ManonJun 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
World War I began in part when German forces invaded neutral Belgium in August 1914, as part of their strategy to quickly defeat France. This invasion led Britain to declare war on Germany, significantly escalating the conflict.