Which country was a member of the Triple Alliance but initially remained neutral and eventually joined the war on the side of the Entente?
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Correct answer: Kingdom of Italy
Italy argued that the Triple Alliance was a defensive pact and that Austria-Hungary's declaration of war was an act of aggression. In 1915, Italy signed the Treaty of London and joined the Allies, hoping to gain territories from Austria-Hungary.
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