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Historians since 1918 have frequently sought for a rational but simplistic explanation for the beginning of World War One, in their attempt to rationalize history. As such, many historians have advanced the argument that it was the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914 that provided the impetus for the war. However, whilst this assassination may have led to the formal declaration of war, a more thorough examination of the years leading up to 1914 is needed, as it reveals a multitude of complex factors that may have contributed to the outbreak of the war. The conventional argument often put forth by historians ignores the profound influences of nationalism, alliances and imperialism that existed prior to the war. These issues provided not only the context for war but were essential in compelling many European nations to go to war. Ultimately then, although the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand did trigger the literal beginnings of World War One, it is overly......

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