Major Battles of WWI
During 1914-1918, World War I raged across Europe's Western and Eastern Front. With trench warfare, airplanes, and submarines, battles were bloody and cost millions of lives. Conditions were brutal and there were very few decisive victories. This guide hi
Complexity of WWI
Historians believe that several events triggered World War I. Many countries wanted to maintain their colonial empires and extend their imperial conquests. Other countries tried to shift powers, so hostile alliance systems existed.
Web Resources
- UK National Archives WWIExcellent
Overarching
These websites provide an overview of World War I. Within each website are multiple links to more specific WWI-related topics.
- National Army MuseumUK - Considered 1 of 2 top WWI websites
- The World War I Document ArchiveBrigham Young University Library
- Military Resources: World War IUSA National Archives
- Museum of the Great WarFrench Historial de la Grande Guerre in Peronne (translate to English)
- The First World WarAustralia's audiovisual heritage online
- World War OneHistory on the Net
'Down with the Monster'
France, England, Serbia, Russia and Belgium have declared war on Germany and Austria.
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World War I (1914-1918). Fine Art. Encyclopædia Britannica Image Quest. Web. 10 Nov 2011.