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The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
On this day, Archduke Ferdinand and his wife were assassinated by Gavrilo Pincip. This event is believed to have sparked the start of world war one. -
The Lustiana is sunk
The Lustiana was sunk today by Germany. This turned America against Germany and helped make them join thw war in 1917. -
The battle of Verdun begins
The battle of Verdun begins today. This battle is considered one of the biggest and bloodiest battles in world history. -
The battle of the Somme
The battle of Somme started today. This battle caused over one million deaths. It was an ally victory, but we lost about 600,000 men. -
The Zimmerman telegram is sent to Mexico
The Zimmerman tekegram is sent to Mexico from Germany. Saying that they will help give back territory that they lost during the Mexican-Ameriican war. -
Germany allows unrestricted submarine warfare
Germany allows unrestricted submarine warfare. This allowed German submarines and U-Boats to attack what they deemed necessary. -
America declairs war on Germany
The U.S. finally declairs war on Germany, joining the Allies. -
Russia signs the Treaty of Brest Litovsk
Russia signs the Treaty of Brest Litovsk. Which was a treaty between Russia and the central powers. -
Germany launches the Spring Offensive
During this offensive, major advanses by both sides took place. Over 1.5 million people died during this battle. -
The treaty of Versailles is passed
The treaty of Versailles is passed today. Putting an end to the first world war.
