Otto von Bismarck's skillful diplomacy prevented other great powers from aligning against Germany until after he left office.

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Bismarck's skillful diplomacy, including the formation of alliances and clever maneuvering, prevented other great powers from aligning against Germany during his time in office as Chancellor of Germany from 1871 to 1890. However, after he was dismissed by Emperor Wilhelm II, Germany's foreign policy became increasingly aggressive and alienated potential allies, eventually leading to the formation of the Allied Powers in World War I.

Otto Von Bismarck's Skillful Diplomacy Prevented Other Great Powers from Aligning