The Great War 1914-1918 was universally destructive. The effects of these were seen in many areas‚ as in the destruction of human life and property‚ and in the political‚ social and economic fields. The evolution of capitalism and progress in the scientific spheres were also important consequences. It is estimated that in the four years of war‚ some eighty lakhs of people were killed and as many wounded. Some 8-10 lakh people were reported missing. In most countries‚ after this Great War‚ monarchy
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In 1914 when war was declared in Europe‚ America adopted a policy of neutrality and isolation. When news of trench warfare and the horrors associated with it reached the shores of America‚ it confirmed to the government that they had made the right choice. Their approach had the full support of a majority of Americans‚ many of which could not believe that Europe‚ a civilized entity‚ could descend into the depths of carnage as depicted by trench warfare. On August 4th‚ 1914 President Wilson
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Long Term Causes Of WW1 in Europe 1. Nationalism- a feeling of deep loyalty to one’s people or homeland ○ Primary problems in the areas around Austria- Hungary (Bosnia‚ Serbia) 2. Alliances- the creation of alliances is dangerous because it increases fear and suspicion among rival nations; war is an even greater threat ○ There were 2 alliances in Europe in 1914 a) The Triple Entente: France‚ Russia‚ Britain b) The Triple Alliance: Germany‚ Austria- Hungary‚ Italy 3.
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The Great War The Great War‚ also known as World War I‚ was a global war centered in Europe that began in July of 1914 and lasted until November of 1918. This war drew in all the worlds’ economics great powers‚ which were separated into two opposing alliances‚ the Allies and the Central Powers. The Allies were based off of the Triple Entente‚ The United Kingdom‚ France‚ and the Russian Empire and the Central Powers consisted of Germany‚ Austrian Hungary and the Ottoman Empire. Many factors lead
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World War I was a time that affected almost ever country or region in the world in one-way or another. The common wealth of Canada was no different. Although not located in Europe where the war was primarily fought‚ our dominion was still a major contributor to the war effort and fought valiantly in defending the ideals of democracy and a free world. Many of our soldiers lost their lives in various battles throughout the war but without their efforts the war may have swung Germanys way‚ causing more
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The Underlying Causes Of World War 1 World War 1‚ a.k.a ¨The Great War was one of the most tragic wars in history. The generation that went through World War 1 was nicknamed ¨The lost Generation¨ because of 4 years gone to waste on the war. But what was the underlying cause of World War 1? There are many beliefs on reasons World War 1 happened and these are 3 primary causes. Militarism‚ Imperialism‚ and alliances are debatable reasons for the cause of The Great War but what sticks out the most out
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The beginning of World War 1 was something not expected. It went the total opposite way from what was planned. The assassination of Arch Duke Ferdinand is what sparked the war. The war started in 1914. The war itself began in Balkin‚ Austria Hungary declared war on Serbia‚ Then Germany declared war on Russia‚ Then went on to France. France and Great Britain declared war on Austria Hungary within six days. The war had many causes‚ one of the first reasons for the war was a trend toward developing
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World War I occurred in the years 1914-1918. The Great War was another name for WWI it was known to be "the war to end all wars" but instead ended up being the war to start all wars. The war was said to start when the Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife were assassinated by Garlio Princip. This was such an uprising because Austria-Hungary blamed Serbia‚ who was supported by Russia. Austria was waiting for confirmation on their alliance before they declared war. The three main causes of World War
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World War I - Results The First World War “ended” in 1918 in November‚ when the Treaty of Versailles was signed to create an armistice. Though this treaty became active on that day for Western Europe‚ this treaty did not take effect in Eastern Europe until up to mid-1920s. Political‚ cultural‚ and social order was changed immensely in Europe‚ Asia‚ and Africa‚ even countries not directly in the war. As a result of the damages from the war‚ many new countries were formed. Also‚ millions of people
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After a bitter debate over how best to use American troops in World War I‚ it was determined that they would serve under General John J. Pershing but accept the final strategic authority from the Allied Supreme Commander‚ Marshall Ferdinand Foch of France. Initially‚ American troops were used piecemeal to plug up holes and to drive Germans back when possible. By 1918‚ American troops were fully engaged. They secured their first victory at Cantigny‚ just north of Paris‚ in May. They suffered terrible
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