may 22, 1744 - A4...22 May 1744 — Treaty of Worms

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• Austria forms a stronger alliance with Britain and Sardinia
• Frederick concludes Austria is becoming powerful enough to threaten Silesia
(This is Step 4.)

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Frederick sees:
• Austria gaining strength
• Bavaria collapsing
• Britain supporting Austria
• France distracted
He believes Austria will eventually try to retake Silesia.
So he decides to strike first

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