World War 1 Digital Timeline Project

  • The outbreak of WW1

    The outbreak of WW1

    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.
  • American Neutrality in WW1

    American Neutrality in WW1

    A political cartoon or illustration where Uncle Sam is standing apart from Europe.
    This was part of a larger idea that America should "stay out of foreign wars" and focus on its own growth and peace.
  • The Battle of the Marne

    The Battle of the Marne

    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.
  • The sinking of the lusitania

    The sinking of the lusitania

    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.
  • The battle of the Verdun

    The battle of the Verdun

    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
  • The Sussex Incident

    The Sussex Incident

    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.
  • The Battle of the Somme

    The Battle of the Somme

    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.
  • The Zimmermann Telegram

    The Zimmermann Telegram

    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.
  • Unrestricted Submarine Warfare by Germany

    Unrestricted Submarine Warfare by Germany

    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.
  • The U.S Enters WW1

    The U.S Enters WW1

    The U.S. joining WWI provided the critical manpower, resources, and political influence that helped end the war and shaped the modern world order.
  • The Selective Service Act

    The Selective Service Act

    The draft affected various communities, including African Americans and Native Americans, who served in segregated units and contributed significantly to the war effort.
  • The Espionage act

    The Espionage act

    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.
  • American Expeditionary Force (AEF) in France

    American Expeditionary Force (AEF) in France

    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.
  • The Fourteen Points by President Wilson

    The Fourteen Points by President Wilson

    He advocated for the rights of nations and peoples to determine their own sovereignty, challenging imperialist practices.
  • Spanish Flu Epidemic

    Spanish Flu Epidemic

    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.
  • Russian pull out of WW1

    Russian pull out of WW1

    Civilians celebrating the end of Russia’s involvement in the war. Highlights popular support for peace despite the hardships ahead
  • The Sedition Act

    The Sedition Act

    The Act made it illegal to speak, write, or publish anything "disloyal" or "abusive" about the U.S. government, military, or Constitution.
  • The Battle of Argonne Forest

    The Battle of Argonne Forest

    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.
  • Armistice Day End WW1

    Armistice Day End WW1

    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.
  • The Paris Peace Conference & Treaty of Versailles

    The Paris Peace Conference & Treaty of Versailles

    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.