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(EU) Archduke Franz Ferdinand Shot in Sarajevo
On this day, the Archduke of Austria- Hungary was shot by Gavrilo Princip. This event Is often considered the spark for World War 1, which would grow because of entangling alliances. -
Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia, beginning World War I
Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia. On July 28, 1914, one month to the day after Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and his wife were killed by a Serbian nationalist in Sarajevo, Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia, effectively beginning the First World War. -
President Woodrow Wilson declares US policy of Neutrality
On this day World War I erupted across Europe, President Woodrow Wilson declared that the United States would remain “impartial in thought as well as in action.” -
Austria-Hungary invades Russia.
Russia military mobilization was said to be against Austria-Hungary in support of Serbia, the fellow Slav nation that had been declared war on previously on July 28th. -
Germany invades and declares war on France, Britain declares war on Germany
On this day, Britain and France declare war on Germany because they were planning to attack Russia, and they knew France would honor its alliance with Russia. They decided to strike first so they would keep the initiative -
The Sinking of the Lusitania
On this day, the Germans issued an official warning to any passengers of the Lusitania. 1,198 people were killed, 128 US citizens. -
In London, women demonstrate for the right to work in war industries
In London, women demonstrate for the right to work in war industries with banners proclaiming: “Women Demand the Right to Serve” and “The Situation is Serious – Women Must Help To Save It.” -
Submarine Warfare is suspended
After the March 24 sinking of the passenger ship, Sussex, Woodrow Wilson again threatened breaking off relations with Germany. To avert the threat of America entering the war on the side of the Allies, the Germans call off their campaign of unrestricted submarine warfare. -
Woodrow Wilson reelected for President
On this day, Woodrow Wilson was reelected Democratic president since Andrew Jackson. It was the 33rd quadrennial election. -
The United States Declares War/ Congress Votes to Declare War
In December 1917, Wilson requested, and Congress approved, a declaration of war against Austria-Hungary. The resolution declaring war against Austria-Hungary was adopted unanimously by the Senate, and was approved by the House of Representatives by a vote of 350 to 1. -
US receives Zimmermann Note
The Zimmermann Note or Telegram was a secret diplomatic communication issued from the German Foreign Office in January 1917 that proposed a military alliance between Germany and Mexico. -
Wilson asks for Declaration of War
President Woodrow Wilson asked Congress to declare war against Germany, saying, “The world must be made safe for democracy.” -
Congress Passes the Espionage Acts
Just months after World War 1, congress adopted the Espionage Act. That act gave the federal government increased leverage to prosecute unruly elements. -
Spanish Influenza
The Spanish Influenza was a very deadly disease. It infected 20-40 million people around the world, which is more people that died in WW1. It lasted from 1918-1919 -
Armistice
The armistice signed at Le Francport near Compiègne that ended fighting on land, sea and air in World War I between the Allies and their opponent, Germany. -
Britain Declares War on Germany
Britain Declares War on Germany after Hitler's troops invade Poland
