After multiple wars, the Balkan states had gained independence from the Ottoman Empire. At the same time, Austria-Hungary increased its influence over the region. The second video in our special series about the prelude to World War 1 is focusing on South-Eastern Europe and the Balkans. Indy explains the rising conflict between the double monarchy and Serbia. Even before 1914, the Balkan Wars lead to unbelievable misery in the area and would have a huge influence later on. This video is part two of three special episodes dealing with the prelude to war.