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Pre 1914
Before WWI, ideas of nationalism, social dawrinsim, and imperialism were spreading around the globe quickly. On top of that, every major world power was at an arms race. By 1914, Germany had the hugest standing army and the most deadliest weapons in the world. -
France Signs A Treaty
On this day, France signs a hummiliating treaty with Germany that ends the 1870-71 Franco-Prussian war. France losses the Alsace-Lorraine territory. As the ideas of nationalism spread, France was determinesd to recover their lost land. -
The Asssassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinanted in Sarajevo, his wife, Duchess Sophie was also assassinated. They were assassinated by 5 Serbs and on Bosniak in attempt to break off Austria-Hungary's South Slav provinces. -
Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia
After the assassination of the Archduke, Austria-Hungary sends Serbia an ultimatum. WHen given an satisfactory response from Serbia, Austria-Hungary declares war. Russia begins to mobilize againts Austria-Hungary. -
Germany Declares war on Russia
Russia ignores Germany's warning against mobilization, in response, Germany declares war on Russia. In addition, Germany and the Ottoman Empire sign a secret alliance treaty. -
Germany Declares War on France
Germany delcares war on France. Belgium denies Germany permission for Germsn forces to pass through Belgium to get to French borders. -
Germany Invades Belgium
Germany declares war on neutral Begium and invades it. Great Britian protests this invasion since it violates Belgium's right to neutrallity, Germany does not respond. As a result, Great Britain declares war on Germany. -
Austria-Hungary Declares War On Russia
Serbia also declares war on Germany on this day. -
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WWI and the Treaty of Versailles
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War Becomes "Total War"
Germany began zepplin air raids on England. -
Germany Declares a Blockade on Britain
Germany begins to hunt any Allied ship that contains contraband, sinking it with a U-boat. Any ship that approaches England is considered a legitimate target. -
Lusitania Sinks by German U-Boat
In response to Britain's blockade on Germany, Germany puts a blockade on Britain, by sinking any Allied ships with its U-boat, or submarine. As a result, German officals (correctly) claimed that there was acontraband on board of the Lusitania, however this event was considered a tragedy becauses of the 1,198 civilian deaths, including 128 Americans. -
Presidentt Wilson Warns Germany
Germany promises to cease sinking ships without warnings in 1915. However that promise was unkept because in 1916 Germany sinks an unarmed passenger French Ship. President Wilson warns Germany and makes them promise to cease unrestricted warfare. Also known as the Sussex Pledge. -
Zmmermann's Telegram
Arthur Zimmermann's telegram to Mexico, urging her entry to war against the United States, is discovered and translated by the British. -
United States Prepares for War.
President Wilson ask congresss for a declaration of war with Germany. -
Selective Service Act is Passed
United States congress passes the Selective Service Act. Allowing the federal government to draft men for the armed forces. -
The first wave of the American Expeditionary Force lands in France.
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American Troops In France
American troops in France fire their first shot in trench warfare. -
Russia signs an armstice with Germany
The new Russian government, represented by Leon Trotsky, signs an armstice with Germany. -
President Wilson introduces his 14 points
President Wilson declares that his 14 points will be the path to permenant peace. -
American troops stop German Forces
Germans on the banks of the Marne near Paris are stopped by Amerian forces at the Chateau-Thierry -
Allied Troops push back German forces
Allied Troops break through the German forts at the Hindenburg line. -
The Great War is over
At eleven o'clock, the war is over as Germany and the Allies sign an armistice.
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The Treaty Of Versallies is signed
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The U.S. fails to ratify the tresty
The U.S. congress fails to ratify the Treaty of Versailles and rejects the invovlement of the League of Nations. -
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The Great Depression
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Hitler is named Chancellor of Germany
