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WW1
the Triple Alliance (Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy) and the Triple Entente (France, Russia, and the United Kingdom), Start of the Conflict: The war began on June 28, 1914, after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria in Sarajevo. This led Austria-Hungary to declare war on Serbia, activating the alliances.
Battle Fronts: The war was fought on several fronts, the most prominent being the Western Front (France and Belgium) a -
Home front during the First World War
During World War I, the countries involved mobilized their economies and societies to support the war effort. Women began working in factories and other positions traditionally held by men, who were sent to the front. Measures such as food rationing and the purchase of war bonds were implemented to finance the conflict. -
February 3 Russian Revolution
The February Revolution was a popular uprising that led to the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II and the end of the monarchy in Russia. Dissatisfaction with Russia's participation in World War I, along with economic and social problems, prompted the population to demand political changes, resulting in the formation of a provisional government. -
Bolshevik Revolution
The Bolshevik Revolution, led by Vladimir Lenin, occurred in October 1917 and resulted in the overthrow of the provisional government. This event marked the beginning of a communist regime in Russia, which implemented profound social and economic reforms, and developed a totalitarian government. -
Spanish flu pandemic
Throughout the 20th century, the world faced a series of significant events that transformed societies and governments. World War I (1914-1918) not only Spanish flu pandemic (1918) spreads
In Russia, the February Revolution of 1917 resulted in the Bolshevik Revolution in October of the same year. African Americans participated in the war, leading to a Harlem Renaissance in the following decades. -
African American war efforts
During World War I, many African Americans served in the armed forces, allowing them to demonstrate their patriotism. However, upon their return, they faced discrimination and racial inequality. -
Crisis of the Russian Empire
Following the Russian Revolution, the country faced a significant crisis. A civil war broke out between the Bolsheviks and their opponents, leading to a period of political and economic instability. The Bolshevik regime consolidated its power through repression and control, laying the foundations for the Soviet state. -
The Rise of Totalitarian Governments
In the 1930s, several countries experienced the rise of totalitarian governments. In Germany, the Nazi Party, led by Adolf Hitler, took power, promoting extreme and militaristic ideologies. In Italy, Benito Mussolini developed a fascist regime. Japan also adopted militaristic policies, leading to increased aggression in Asia. -
War Mobilization (1942)
In the United States, war mobilization was organized through the creation of the War Production Board, which oversaw the conversion of civilian industries into arms and supply producers. This effort was key to the success of the Allied forces in the conflict, and the economy was rapidly transformed to meet the demands of the war. -
World War II (1939-1945)
World War II began in 1939 with Germany's invasion of Poland. The conflict expanded rapidly, involving many nations in a global struggle. The war culminated with the surrender of Germany in May 1945 and the surrender of Japan in September 1945, following the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki -
The Home Front During World War II (1941-1945)
During World War II, the Allied countries mobilized their economies and societies for an even broader war effort. Women played a crucial role in industry, working in factories and serving in non-combatant roles. Rationing programs and propaganda campaigns were implemented to maintain morale and support for the war effort.