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Archduke Assassinated
The Austrian Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated by Serbian nationalist Gavrilo Princip while he and his wife were visiting Sarajevo. This was a significant event because it was what started World War 1. -
Austria-Hungary Declared War on Serbia
This event was significant because it was the first declaration of war in WW1. -
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Germany Declares War on Russia.
Germany declared was on Russia because of them being allies with France. Russian Mobilization was beginning. -
Battle of Tannenberg
Was Russia's worst defeat in WW1. The Russian's will never fully recover from this battle. Germany surrounded Russian troops, and many surrendered to them. -
Battle of Verdun
The Battle of Verdun begins. 140,000 German troops started to attack while the French only had 30,000 troops to start with.
It's significant because it is the longest battle, and the bloodiest of World War 1. -
Battle of Jutland
Involving around 250 ships and 100,000 men, this was the only significant naval surface engagement of World War 1. The Battle began on May 31st, Germans against the Brtitish. -
The Battle of Somme
The Battle of Somme begins, it's significant because the first use of tanks are introduced into battle. It was the largest battle in World War 1. This battle took place on both sides of the Rive of Somme. -
United States Declared War on Germany
United States decided to officially enter WW1 against Germany.
It's significant because they help to suppy the Allies with Troops and supplies, and helping to end the war. -
Germany signs the armistice
Germany signed the armistice at Compiegne, France. This event is significant because it ends the fighting of World War 1. -
Treaty of Versailles
Officially ended WW1
