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It captures the moment that triggered WWI. It shows Princip, the 19-year-old assassin, being taken into custody. The event set off a chain reaction of alliances, declarations of war, and a global conflict.
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A political cartoon or illustration where Uncle Sam is standing apart from Europe.
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They show the human side: fear, resolve, sacrifice. They help you see what trench warfare and early WWI combat looked like — the landscape, the uniforms, the tools.
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It shows the tragedy in progress — the sinking, the people. It captures the sense of urgency and human cost. It works well for emotion and illustrating why this event was shocking.
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These images collectively convey the immense human and material cost of the Battle of Verdun, offering a window into the past and the enduring legacy of this pivotal event in World War I history.
Verdun wasn’t just a battle it was a test of endurance, a symbol of national pride, and a turning point in the way World War I was fought -
This incident was significant because it led to the Sussex Pledge, where Germany promised not to target passenger ships without warning, aiming to prevent further diplomatic tensions with neutral nations like the United States.
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It was one of the largest battles of WWI, lasting from July to November 1916, involving over 3 million men. The British and French forces faced the Germans in a brutal offensive. Over 1 million men were killed or wounded, making it one of the bloodiest battles in history.
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The Zimmermann Telegram helped pull the U.S. into WWI, which significantly influenced the outcome of the conflict by bringing in American military and economic power. It’s a classic example of how intelligence and diplomacy can change the course of history.
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Unrestricted submarine warfare was a bold but risky gamble by Germany that escalated the conflict and helped change the course of World War I by bringing the U.S. into the war and intensifying the naval blockade.
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The U.S. joining WWI provided the critical manpower, resources, and political influence that helped end the war and shaped the modern world order.
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The draft affected various communities, including African Americans and Native Americans, who served in segregated units and contributed significantly to the war effort.
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The Espionage Act was critical in wartime America for controlling dissent and protecting national security, but it also raised important questions about the limits of free speech that continue to resonate today.
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The American Expeditionary Force was a decisive factor in the Allied victory during World War I, turning the tide both on the battlefield and in international politics.
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He advocated for the rights of nations and peoples to determine their own sovereignty, challenging imperialist practices.
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The pandemic spurred significant advancements in epidemiology and virology, including efforts to reconstruct the 1918 influenza virus to understand its characteristics and improve preparedness for future pandemics.
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Civilians celebrating the end of Russia’s involvement in the war. Highlights popular support for peace despite the hardships ahead
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The Act made it illegal to speak, write, or publish anything "disloyal" or "abusive" about the U.S. government, military, or Constitution.
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It was part of the final Allied offensive that broke the German lines. Germany's defeat in the Meuse-Argonne helped force the armistice on November 11, 1918. It directly contributed to the end of WWI.
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Armistice Day was more than just the end of a war it was a global turning point, marking the end of mass industrial warfare, the beginning of modern diplomacy, and the start of honoring veterans and fallen soldiers through national remembrance.
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The Paris Peace Conference and Treaty of Versailles were important because they ended WWI, punished Germany, and reshaped the world but their harsh terms and political failures also planted the seeds for WWII.