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World War 1

Definition

World War 1, also known as the Great War, was a global conflict that took place from 1914 to 1918. It involved many countries from various parts of the world and resulted in significant loss of life and extensive destruction.

Analogy

Think of a massive tug-of-war game with teams made up of people from different neighborhoods competing against each other. The game is intense, lasts for years, and causes widespread damage to the field (representing countries) where it takes place.

Related terms

Treaty of Versailles: The Treaty of Versailles was the peace treaty signed at the end of World War 1, which placed blame on Germany and led to their economic hardships.

Woodrow Wilson: Woodrow Wilson was the President of the United States during World War 1 and played a key role in negotiating peace terms through his Fourteen Points plan.

Trench Warfare: Trench warfare refers to a military strategy used extensively during World War 1, where soldiers fought from elaborate systems of trenches dug into the ground.