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World War I (alternatively the First World War or the Great War) (28 July 1914 – 11 November 1918) was a global conflict between two coalitions: the Allies (or Entente) and the Central Powers.
Oct 29, 2009 · Learn about the origins, events and consequences of World War I, also known as the Great War, which started in 1914 and ended in 1918. Explore the key battles, alliances, technologies and art that shaped the conflict and its legacy.
The Great War covers the era of the First World War from its causes and origins to its violent aftermath. Jesse Alexander covers the important events that influenced the world over 100...
Watch how the U.S. entered World War I in 1918 and became a global power. Follow the stories of four men: General Pershing, Michael B. Ellis, Horace Pippin and Henry Johnson.
2 days ago · World War I, international conflict that in 1914–18 embroiled most of the nations of Europe along with Russia, the U.S., the Middle East, and other regions. It led to the fall of four great imperial dynasties and, in its destabilization of European society, laid the groundwork for World War II.
Apr 11, 2019 · Learn about the origins, outcomes and legacy of World War I, also known as The Great War, which killed over 8 million military personnel and 6.6 million civilians. Explore the role of alliances, colonialism, technology and revolution in this global conflict.
World War I saw the debut of the tank and chemical weapons, the widespread use of machine guns and aircraft, improvements in artillery, and the pinnacle of the age of battleships. Military aviation advanced rapidly during the war, and dogfighting pilots won fame far beyond the battlefield.