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World War One
World War One was a terrible world-wide war that lasted for years, and killed millions. It is esimated that more than 8.5 million people died by the time the war was over. -
The United States of America Enters WWI
America entered the war mainly because of Germany's continuation of restricted submarine warefare near America's East coast. The sinking of the Lusitania (A cruise/transport ship) killing 1,195 people was the last straw for America. -
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Battle of Amiens
Also known as the Third Battle of Picardy was a key battle in WWI. Allied forces advanced over 7 miles on the first day. This was one of the greatest advances of the war. The many soldiers provided by America were a great help to the winning of the battle. The large number of German forces that surrendered was great for ally moral. -
Presenting the Treaty of Versailles to Germany
On May 7th the Treaty of Versailles was presented to germany. Germany was stripped of 13 percent of its land, and 10 percent of its population. -
Signing of the Treaty of Versailles
The Treaty of Versailles was signed by Germany and the Allies at the Palace of Versailles near Paris. Allied interests were represented by British Prime Minister David Lloyd George, French Premier George Clemenceau and US President Woodrow Wilson. Otherwise known as the ‘Big Three’: -
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The Stock Market Boom
Many people were investing in the stock market in the 1920s, but 1928 is when it really boomed. It was becoming a buisness oppurtunity that no-one could pass up. Everyone began investing in order to try and get rich quick. It wasn't a place for long-term investment anymore, instead it became a place where everyday people went and truely believed they could stike it rich. -
Black Thursday
On Thursday October 24th, stock prices plummeted, everone started selling their stocks, and margin calls were sent out. People all across the country were terrified and there were even romours of people commiting suicide. People were losing their money, and buisnesses were brought to thier knees. -
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The Great Depression
The great depression Caused many to lose thier jobs, and to live in extreme poverty. The Great Depression even spread world-wide. This contributed to the start of WWII for many reasons. For example, America called in its loans to Germany, collapsing the German industry, and allowing Hitler to rise into power.
