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world war 1

  • Declaring war on France

    Germany declares war on France.
  • U.S remains neutral

    U.S. President Woodrow Wilson announces the U.S. will remain neutral.
  • Battle begins

    Battle of Ypres begins
  • Bloodest war

    The Battle of Verdun begins. The Battle of Verdun was the longest battle of World War 1 and was one of the bloodiest.
  • Germany launches

    Germany launches the Spring Offensive.
  • Ending

    The Treaty of Versailles officially ends World War 1.