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Formation of the Triple Alliance
- When
- 20 May 1882
- Where
- Vienna
The defensive military alliance between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy was formally established on 20 May 1882.
Negotiated by Otto von Bismarck, the alliance aimed to counter French and Russian interests in Europe. It followed the 1879 Dual Alliance with Austria-Hungary. The treaty was signed on 20 May 1882, creating a defensive pact among the three powers.
Sources
- Triple Alliance (1882) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-29
- Otto von Bismarck Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-21
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