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Assassination of Franz Ferdinand
Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria (and his wife Sophie) were assassinated by a Bosnian Serb. This tragedy sparked multiple events which led to the World War 1. -
Austria-Hungary Declares War on Serbia
One month to the day, Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia. Russia begins to mobilize their troops. This effectively began the first World War. -
Germany Declares War on Russia
Just five weeks after the assassination the Great Powers of Germany are at war. Germany now declares war on Russia as part of the Schlieffen plan. Austria-Hungary and Russia were proceeding with full mobilization. -
Germany Declares War on France
Germany declares war on France.This was done to carry on the long-term plan of the former chief of staff, Alfred Schlieffen. -
First Battle of Marne
First Battle of the Marne begins. The Germans had advanced to within 30 miles of Paris, but over the next two days, the French are reinforced by 6,000 infantrymen who are transported to the front by hundreds of taxis. The Germans dig in north of the Aisne River, and the trench warfare that is to typify the Western Front for the next four years begins. -
Britain and France Declare War on the Ottoman Empire
Britain and France declare war on the Ottoman Empire. -
The Ottoman Empire Declares War on Allies
The Ottoman empire declares won on its allies. -
The Lusitania Ship is Sunk
The Lusitania, British passenger ship, is sunk by a German Submarine. This sparked international outrage and contributed to the U.S joining the war against Germany. -
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Battle of Verdum
The Battle of Verdum, fought from February 21 to December 18, 1916, was the largest and longest battle of the First World War on the Western Front between the German and French armies. The battle took place on the hills north of Verdun-sur-Meuse in north-eastern France. -
The U.S. Declares War on Germany
President Woodrow Wilson asked Congress to declare war against Germany, saying, “The world must be made safe for democracy.” Four days later, Congress voted overwhelmingly in favor of a war declaration. -
"Fourteen Points"
U.S president ,Woodrow Wilson, issues his "Fourteen Points" for peace and as an end to the war. -
End of War
The Treaty of Versailles is signed by Germany and the long war then comes to an end.
