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WW1
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Assasination of Archduke Franz Ferdnand
Archduke Franz Ferdinand, heir to Austria-Hungary's throne, and his wife, Sophie, were assassinated while visiting Sarajevo, Bosnia. -
Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia
The decleration for war was sents a telegram -
Germany declares war on Russia.
Official outbreak of WW1 -
U.S remains Neutral
U.S. President Woodrow Wilson announces the U.S. will remain neutral. -
First Battle of the Marne begins.
One of the first WW1 battles. It resulted in an allied victory against Germany. -
First Battle of the Marne ends.
Ended in French Victory, which results in stalemate -
U-Boat Campaign
German submarine blockade of Great Britain begins. Contributed to their defeat in 1918 and enforced the signing of the Treaty of Versailles -
Battle Of Somme
The Battle of the Somme begins. During the Battle of the Somme, tanks are first introduced into battle. -
14 Points
U.S. President Woodrow Wilson issues his Fourteen Points to peace. -
WW1 Ends.
The Treaty of Versailles officially ends WWI.
