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World War I
The war begins. -
Trenches
First trenches of the Western front are dug. These trenches were a safety zone for soldiers. -
The Blockade
Germany declares a submarine blockade of Great Britain. Any ship approaching England is considered a legitimate target. -
Germany's Sinkage
Germany responds to the United States anger by ceasing to sink ships without a warning. -
Gas Attack Backfire
British use gas in the battle near Loos, but shifting winds cause 60,000 of their own, British casualties. -
New Law
British conscription law goes into effect -
Tanks
Tanks were introduced to warfare at the Somme. -
Welcome Back Wilson
Woodrow Wilson was re-elected President of the United States with a campaign slogan saying: "He kept us out of the war" -
French Casulalties
French launch disastrous offensive at Chemin des Dames, advancing only 500 yards at the cost of 250,000 plus casualties. -
Selective Service Act
The United States passes the Selective Service Act empowering the Federal Government to draft men for the armed forces. -
Allied Powers Make a Come Back
Allied counter offensives on the Somme push the German army back and into retreat. -
The End of World War I
At eleven o'clock on the eleventh day of the eleventh month of 1918, the war ends as Germany and Allies sign an Armistice.
