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World War I, also known as the Great War, was a global conflict that lasted from 1914 to 1918.

It
involved the major world powers divided into two alliances, the Allies (led by France, Russia, and
the United Kingdom) and the Central Powers (led by Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the
Ottoman Empire). The war was primarily fought in Europe but also involved several theaters of
conflict around the world. It saw the use of new technologies like machine guns, tanks, and
chemical weapons, resulting in unprecedented casualties and devastation. The war ended with
the defeat of the Central Powers and the signing of the Treaty of Versailles, which imposed
harsh penalties on Germany and set the stage for World War II.

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