Why the Ottoman Empire Chose Germany Over Britain in 1914

How did the Ottoman Empire enter the First World War? How were the negotiations, bargaining, and agreements between Germany and the Ottoman Empire conducted during the July Crisis? This episode traces the intense negotiations involving Enver Pasha, Said Halim Pasha, Kaiser Wilhelm II, Baron von Wangenheim, Liman von Sanders, and many other key figures, culminating in the agreements that would bring the Ottoman Empire into the First World War. Enjoy the episode. 00:00 - 04:46 The Besieged Empire: The Ottoman Search for an Alliance 04:46 - 17:23 The Road to Berlin: The Secret Ottoman-German Alliance 17:23 - 24:15 “Yavuz and Midilli”: From Armed Neutrality to War Credits: Music: Blacklist by Soundridemusic Link to Video:    • Crime Scene Cinematic Tension No Copyright...