In this riveting work of history, Alfred Francis Pribram and Archibald Cary Coolidge reveal the secret machinations and hidden treaties that shaped the fate of Europe in the lead-up to World War I. Drawing from a range of archival sources, the authors present a detailed and illuminating account of the political and diplomatic maneuverings that led to the outbreak of war. A must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complex and intertwined histories of Europe in the 20th century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.