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    World War I was a global war from 1914 to 1918 that involved over 30 countries. It began as a conflict between Austria-Hungary and Serbia but escalated into two opposing alliances - the Allies and the Central Powers. The war was fought mainly in trenches along the Western Front and involved new technologies like machine guns, tanks, aircraft, and chemical weapons. Over 10 million soldiers died and the war had wide social and political impacts like the fall of several empires, the rise of nationalism, and economic changes on the home front. It set the stage for World War II and reshaped the global political order.

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    World War I was a global war from 1914 to 1918 that involved over 30 countries. It began as a conflict between Austria-Hungary and Serbia but escalated into two opposing alliances - the Allies and the Central Powers. The war was fought mainly in trenches along the Western Front and involved new technologies like machine guns, tanks, aircraft, and chemical weapons. Over 10 million soldiers died and the war had wide social and political impacts like the fall of several empires, the rise of nationalism, and economic changes on the home front. It set the stage for World War II and reshaped the global political order.

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    World War I was a global war from 1914 to 1918 that involved over 30 countries. It began as a conflict between Austria-Hungary and Serbia but escalated into two opposing alliances - the Allies and the Central Powers. The war was fought mainly in trenches along the Western Front and involved new technologies like machine guns, tanks, aircraft, and chemical weapons. Over 10 million soldiers died and the war had wide social and political impacts like the fall of several empires, the rise of nationalism, and economic changes on the home front. It set the stage for World War II and reshaped the global political order.

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    Class Notes: World War I - Overview

    Date: [Current Date]

    I. Introduction to World War I (1914-1918)

    Background:

    Causes:
    Nationalism, Militarism, Imperialism, Alliance System
    Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

    Tensions in Europe:
    Rivalries among major powers (Germany, Austria-Hungary, Russia, etc.)

    Outbreak of War:
    July 28, 1914: Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia
    Escalation: Chain reaction of declarations of war
    Central Powers vs. Allies: Formation of two major alliances

    II. Major Battles and Fronts

    Western Front:
    Trench Warfare: Stalemate and brutal conditions
    Battle of the Somme (1916): Massive casualties
    Battle of Verdun (1916): Longest battle, high casualties

    Eastern Front:
    Dynamic Front: Fluid movements and large battles
    Russian Revolution (1917): Impact on the Eastern Front

    III. New Technologies and Warfare Tactics

    Technological Advances:
    Machine Guns, Artillery, Poison Gas
    Tanks and Aircraft: Changing the nature of warfare

    Warfare Tactics:
    Trench Warfare: Challenges and strategies
    No Man's Land: Perils and difficulties

    IV. Home Front and Social Impact

    Total War:
    Economic Mobilization: War industries, rationing
    Propaganda: Shaping public opinion
    Women in the Workforce: Changing societal roles

    Social Consequences:
    Casualties: Enormous human cost
    War Trauma: Shell shock and psychological impact

    V. End of the War and Treaty of Versailles (1919)

    Armistice (1918):
    November 11, 1918: End of hostilities

    Treaty of Versailles:
    Terms and Conditions: Punitive measures against Germany
    League of Nations: Formation and objectives

    VI. Legacy and Impact

    Political Changes:
    Dissolution of Empires: Austro-Hungarian, Ottoman, Russian
    New Nations: Redrawing of national boundaries

    Long-term Consequences:
    Precursor to World War II
    Shift in Global Power Dynamics

    Homework:

    Read Chapter 6: "The Aftermath of World War I" for the next class.

    Note: World War I had profound and lasting effects on the geopolitical landscape of
    the 20th century. Understanding its causes, events, and consequences is crucial for
    comprehending subsequent historical developments

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