π World War I was a global conflict involving over 60 million soldiers.
π₯ The origins of World War I can be traced back to the Franco-German war in 1871.
βοΈ Germany's desire for industrial and economic advancement led to alliances and colonization efforts, while France formed alliances to counter German aggression.
π World War I begins with the rise of German military power and the formation of the Triple Entente.
π« A nationalist assassinates the heir to the Austrian throne, sparking accusations and declarations of war.
π₯ Germany's plan to attack France by bypassing their Eastern defenses leads to the invasion of Luxembourg and Belgium.
π The German army fails in their plan to surround the French army and focuses on capturing strategic ports.
βοΈ Belgium is unable to resist the German advance, but the blocked ports are opened to flood the enemy columns.
π German troops are sent to the Eastern Front to support Austria-Hungary against the Russian offensive.
πΊοΈ The Ottoman Empire joins the war, creating new fronts in the Caucasus, Sinai, and Kuwait.
β‘οΈ To weaken the Ottoman Empire, Britain supports an Arab rebellion by promising them independence in the liberated lands.
β‘οΈ Italy declares war on Austria-Hungary in hopes of gaining new territory.
β‘οΈ Japan enters the war against Germany and captures its colonies in the Pacific and China.
π World War I was marked by battles in the air, the use of toxic gases, and difficult conditions for surviving soldiers.
βοΈ Germany focused on naval warfare in British waters, sinking ships.
π£ Both sides used toxic gases, causing significant casualties.
π World War I was a global conflict that involved multiple countries and alliances.
π£ Germany made significant advancements and approached Paris, but French counterattacks led to German retreat.
ποΈ The war ended with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles, which imposed harsh conditions on Germany and its allies.
π₯ The army is disbanded and the colonies are divided among the Allies.
πΊοΈ Germany loses about 15% of its territory in France, Belgium, Denmark, and Poland.
π Germany's industry remains intact and ready for recovery.
βοΈ Germany harbors a desire for revenge due to the imposed occupation.