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What event marked the end of World War I?
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The end of World War I was marked by the signing of the Armistice on November 11, 1918, at 11 a.m. This agreement ended the fighting on the Western Front.
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The Armistice was signed between the Allies and Germany, leading to the cessation of hostilities and paving the way for the Treaty of Versailles.
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What were the main causes of World War I?
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The main causes of World War I included militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism. These factors created a volatile environment in Europe that ultimately led to the outbreak of war in 1914.
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The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria in June 1914 was the immediate trigger that set off the conflict.
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What was the significance of the Treaty of Versailles?
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The Treaty of Versailles, signed in 1919, officially ended World War I and imposed heavy reparations and territorial losses on Germany. It aimed to prevent future conflicts but is often criticized for sowing the seeds of World War II.
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The treaty included the establishment of the League of Nations, an international organization aimed at maintaining peace.
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What role did technology play in World War I?
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World War I saw significant advancements in military technology, including the use of tanks, airplanes, machine guns, and chemical warfare. These innovations changed the nature of combat and resulted in high casualty rates.
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The introduction of trench warfare also characterized the war, leading to a stalemate on the Western Front.
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What were the major alliances during World War I?
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The major alliances during World War I included the Allies (mainly France, Britain, Russia, and later the United States) and the Central Powers (mainly Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire).
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These alliances were formed to provide mutual defense and support, but they also escalated the conflict as countries were drawn in due to obligations.
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How did the United States contribute to the end of World War I?
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The United States entered World War I in April 1917, providing fresh troops and resources to the exhausted Allied forces. American involvement helped to tip the balance in favor of the Allies, leading to the eventual defeat of the Central Powers.
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The U.S. played a crucial role in several key battles in 1918, such as the Second Battle of the Marne.
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What was the League of Nations?
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The League of Nations was an international organization established after World War I to promote peace and cooperation among countries. It was a key component of the Treaty of Versailles but ultimately failed to prevent World War II.
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Although the U.S. was instrumental in its creation, it never joined the League, which weakened its effectiveness.
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What was No Man's Land?
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No Man's Land referred to the unoccupied land between opposing trench systems during World War I. It was often filled with barbed wire, land mines, and it was extremely dangerous for soldiers to cross.
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This area became symbolic of the horrors of trench warfare, where many soldiers lost their lives in futile attempts to advance.
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What were the economic impacts of World War I?
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World War I had profound economic impacts, including massive national debts, inflation, and a shift in global economic power. Many European economies were left devastated, while the U.S. emerged as a major economic power.
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The war also led to significant social changes, including shifts in labor forces and women's roles in society as they took on jobs traditionally held by men.
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What were Wilson's Fourteen Points?
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President Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points were a set of principles aimed at peace negotiations to end World War I. They included ideas such as self-determination for nations, free trade, and the establishment of the League of Nations.
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Wilson's points were intended to address the root causes of conflict and promote lasting peace, though many were not fully realized in the Treaty of Versailles.