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An interactive World War I timeline of events with descriptions, videos, and photos
May 21, 2013 · Experience the history of World War I, “The Great War,” through an interactive timeline and map available on the American Battle Monuments Commission’s (ABMC) website. This new visual interactive timeline and map is the latest in digital initiatives released by ABMC.
Apr 25, 2013 · How long did World War I last? Who fought whom? Journey through the story of the Great War with our Interactive WWI Timeline, covering the world events of 1914‑1920.
This interactive visual timeline created under the auspices of the American Battle Monuments Commission includes events from 1914-1918 as well as context to better understand the pre-war buildup and post-war consequences of the Great War.
World War 1 inflicted hitherto unseen violence on Europe and entangled the entire planet in the conflict—the first time a war was so far-reaching. It broke empires, launched new nations onto the international stage, and caused humanity to question its innate goodness. Scroll down to find out more.
World War One Timeline: DateWorld War One Timeline: SummaryWorld War One Timeline: Detailed ...28 June 1914Assassination of Franz FerdinandThe Balkan states of Bosnia and ...28 July 1914Austria declared war on SerbiaThe Austrian government blamed the ...1 Aug 1914Germany declared war on RussiaGermany declared war on Russia.3 Aug 1914Germany declared war on FranceGermany declared war on France. German ...Key Events of World War I. June 28, 1914: Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. The Gallipoli Campaign (17 February 1915 - 9 January 1916) Sinking of the Lusitania and US participation - 7 May 1915. The United States joining WWI. Battle of Verdun - 21 February 1916 - 18 December 1916. Battle of Jutland - 31 May - 1 June 1916.
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July 28, 1914. Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia, beginning World War I. August 2-7, 1914. Germany invades Luxembourg and Belgium. France invades Alsace. British forces arrive in France.