World War 1 By:April Triplett

  • birth

    birth
    Guy Ichabod Rowe was born on Feburary 25th 1886
  • The beginning

    The beginning
    WW1 begins. At this time Germany and Russia were the ones at war. America didnt join until 1917.
  • the U boat

    the U boat
    The U boat was first used by Germans. They were used to sink enemies ships. They were also used for transportation.
  • poisonous gas

    poisonous gas
    France used the poisonous gas firts. It caused alot of death. There were 4 types: chlorine, xyly, bromide, and mustard.
  • Lusitania Sinks

    Lusitania Sinks
    Germans sunk the Lusitania ship. During this fight 128 americans were killed. This was another factor for the U.S, getting involved in WW1.
  • Legendary aircraft of wwI

    Legendary aircraft of wwI
    Airplanes back then were very dangerous. If there was ever a life or death situation you would most likely die. The planes were very flammable and there were no parachutes. People would use them to shoot down enemies and for transportation.
  • Machine Guns of wwi

    Machine Guns of wwi
    These Guns were invented by Hirum Maxiru. They could fire 400-600 small rounds. Machine Guns back then were very difficult to use because they would rapidly overheat.
  • Tanks of WWI

    Tanks of WWI
    Tanks were invented by Henry Dixon. They would carry people over rough terrain. These tanks would give off nast fumes and it would stun German opponents.
  • The Telegraph

    The Telegraph
    The zimmerman telegram was a message from Germany to Mexico planning to take over the U.S. After this telegram was intercepted the U.S. got involved. This was proof to America of World domination.
  • U.S. enters war

    U.S. enters war
    At this time congress authorizes a declaration of war against Germany. They decided based on a telegraph they intercepted. They also figured out that Germany wanted world domination.
  • Peace

    Peace
    Germany and Russia make peace. This was the end of the war and all of its triumph. Soldiers happily went home and are now always honored for their service.
  • Rock of the Marne

    Rock of the Marne
    Rowe served with General Mcalexander. He was pronounced a Major on june 22. He was also the youngest of 5 other Majors.
  • A letter to General Alexander

    A letter to General Alexander
    Rowe decided to write a letter to one of his generals. Throughout the letter he was his describing his strugles during his time in war. He was in a lot of pain and was very homesick.
  • Savior

    Savior
    People believed colonel Rowe is the savior of Paris. With his plan he saved many lives. Paris wouldnt be here if it wasnt for him and his strategy.
  • Death

    Death
    Guy Ichabod Rowe died on August 27th 1969