World War I

By wwoodward83
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    World War I Timeline

  • World War I Begins

    The war began when Poland assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.

  • Severed Ties

    America and Germany sever ties due to the sinking of American ships.

  • U.S declares war against Germany

    The United States declares war on Germany, joining the side with France and Britain.

  • Selective Service Act

    The Federal government was allowed to draft all males ranging in age from 21-30 for millitary service.

  • American Troops

    American troops land in France.

  • First Major American battle

    The Battle of Cantigny was the first major battle for the United States in WWI. The U.S. won the battle.

  • First Major Offensive

    Under General John J. Pershing, America launched its first major offensive in Europe on their own.

  • War Comes to an End

    In November 1918, after nearly 10 million people died, Germany surrenders and the war is over.