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Archduke Franz Ferdinand Assassinated
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand began WWI. Ferdinand was the heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne. He was assassinated by a group called the "Black Hand". He was shot at close ranged. -
Experiemntal Red Cross Vehicle
This vehicle was an experimental Red Cross vehicle to be used for getting wounded troops. It was ineffective be cause of it's low ground clearence in the mud. Also because of it's narrow wheel base which made it unstable. -
Armored Train
Armored trains were used to move supplies and personal through hostile territory. Armored trains date back to the Civil War. This armored train belonged to the Austrians. -
The Germans Sink The Lusitania
On May 7, 1915 a German sub sunk the Lusitania. About 1,200 passengers were killed. 128 of the 1,200 passengers killed were Americans. This was a major factor in bringing the U.S. into WWI. -
Holt Gas-Electric Tank
The Holt Gas-Electric Tank was the 1st American Tank. It sadly never made it past the prototype stage though. It was not capable of 360 degree fire and was to heavy. -
Temporary bridge over the Scheldt at Masnieres
This shows that many places were destroyed by the war. Also it shows that when things were built that they just built on top of the rubble of the previous structure. This bridge was built on top of a destroyed British tank. -
U.S.A. Enters WWI
The U.S. enetered WWI following the discovery of the Zimmerman Telegram. The Zimmerman Telegram was written by Arthur Zimmerman to the German Ambassador in Mexico. The Telegram basically said that Mexico could have the U.S. when Germany won the War. -
Obice da 305/17
The Obice da 305/17 was an Italian Howitezer. This Obice da 305/17 was found in a village behind Undine. This picture shows that some countries were much more technologically advanced than others. -
Croix de Guerre with 2 Bronze Palms
William F. Nice recieved the Croix de Guerre with 2 Bronze Palms which was a French military decoraton. This decoration was awarded for service during WWI. There was also a version for WWII. -
WWI Ends
On Nov. 11, 1918 at 11:00 WWI ended. This day is known as Armistice Day. It is called Armistice Day because an Armistice is a truce signifing the truce that ended WWI. -
Treaty Of Versailles
The Treaty Of Versailles involved 27 countries. The Big Four consisted of the: U.S., Great Britan, France, and Italy. President Wilson brought with him The Fourteen Points. -
Permant Warrant Recomendation
On March 1, 1919 Marine Gunner William F. Nice was recommended for Permant Warrant Gunner. WIlliam F. Nice's Company Commander was the one to recommended him for Permant Warrant Gunner to Major General Commandant. His Company Commander said "He is a true Marine, working with his company as a conscientious and enthusiastic Marine should, and his service was a model for those who were in the most strenuous drives against the Bosche". -
2nd Division Citation
Awarded to Marine Gunner William Frederick Nice by a U.S.M.C. Major General. It was for his gallantry at Blanc - Monte on Oct. 3, 1918. He was a member of the American Expeditionary Forces. -
War Service Certificate - USMC
This is the Certificate that shows that William F. Nice was on active duty between April 6, 1917 and August 23, 1919. This certificate was signed by the Major General Commandant. It also lists the places he served. -
Gunner Nice of the "Devil-Dogs"
Nice was a Warrant Officer with the rank of Marine Gunner which is the equivalent of Second Lieutenant. He was in charge of the 1st and 2nd platoons of the 49th Company, 5th Regement, 2nd Division in which he served 20 months. The 2nd Division won 5 engaugements at Chateau Thierry, Soissons, St Mihiel salient, Blanc Mont and Argonne-Meuse.
