timeline of WW1 by Alejandro Martinez

Archduke Franz Ferninand Assassination

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

The Archduke was assassinated on the 28th of June, 1914. Him and his wife were shot by a Bosnian Serb nationalist during an official visit to the Bosnian capital of Sarajevo. His death was the main cause of WWl.

Austria Hungary Declares war on Serbia. World War l begins

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia in July 28, 1914. Austria Hungary wanted to punish Serbia for the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in June. They had also wanted to assert dominance. Austria had allied and was encouraged by Germany.

Russians are defeated at the battle of Tannenberg

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

On August 26, 1914 Russia was defeated by Germans in the battle of Tannenberg and lost 92,000 war prisoners, which resulted in the almost complete destruction of the Russian Second Army and the suicide of its commanding general, Alexander Samsonov.

Russians conduct air raid on Paris

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

This was an attack not necessarily to create war or to create destruction. This attack was mainly for terrorizing citizens of Paris.

Germans stopped at the first battle of Marne

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

Germans would stop invading Paris for the time being as German troops were forced to head to the north side of Marne river. This would then stop the Schlieffien plan (the plan of attack)

Germans threatens submarine warfare against merchant vessels

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

The Germans had threatened submarine warfare against the merchant vessels on February 4, 1915. The Germans had wanted Britain to get out of the war. The Germans had also wanted to cut off their supplies to the enemies.

Second battle of Ypres, Germans used poison gas

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

During World War I at the Second Battle of Ypres, the Germans used poison gas on April 22, 1915. It hurt many Allied soldiers. But even though it was a terrifying new weapon, the soldiers didn't give up.

Allies Land in Gallipoli, Turkey

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

During World War I, on April 25, 1915, Allied troops landed in Gallipoli, Turkey. They wanted to open a new battlefront against their enemies. But the Turkish defenses were strong, and the terrain was hard to navigate. Both sides suffered a lot of casualties in the fighting. Despite their efforts, the Allies couldn't win, and they had to leave in early 1916. People remember the bravery of the soldiers who fought in Gallipoli and the sacrifices they made.

Japan Attacks and captures Tsingtao, China

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

Japan would go on to attack Tsingtao which Germany would lose to them and Japan would gain this port

Submarine warfare is suspended

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

In May 10, 1916 the Germans called off the campaign of unrestricted submarine warfare.Woodrow Wilson had threatened Germany they were gonna cut off all relations because of a ship that sank. To avert the danger of America going into war Germany wanted to keep and alliance with America so Germany stopped unrestricted submarine warfare.

German U Boat torpedos

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

German U-boats were submarines used in both World Wars. They were really good at hiding underwater and attacked enemy ships, especially during World War I and II. They were famous for sinking lots of ships, but they also faced dangers themselves. Overall, they played a big role in naval warfare history.

The British use tanks for the first time in Somme

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

The British would secretly ship 36 tanks to the front of the battle frontiers at fFlors-Courcelette. Although due to the crew the tanks effectiveness had worsened.

German forces in Southwest Africa surrender to General Brotha of South Africa

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

After a six month campaign Germans would lose territory and would have their wireless stations and strategic harbors taken.

Secret pact divides Middle East between British and French Interests

99424am — 2024-03-21 03:55:23 UTC

During World War I, Britain and France made a secret deal called the Sykes-Picot Agreement in 1916. They decided to divide up the Middle East between themselves. Britain got control of places like Palestine and Jordan, while France took areas like Syria and Lebanon. This agreement went against promises made to Arabs for independence, causing later conflicts. Its effects are still seen in the region today.

Advanced Allied elements march from Luxembourg into Germany

99424am — 2024-03-21 21:19:28 UTC

U.S. soldiers would go to the middle Rhine, with the French going South. Then the Belgians and British would go North. These marches would not be in hostility but just with curiosity.

Peace conference convenes in Paris with preliminary meetings.

99424am — 2024-03-21 21:23:02 UTC

This conference would discuss the effects of war as the French soldiers would not nothing but to demobilize.

Proposed Constitution for the League of Nations announced

99424am — 2024-03-21 21:25:45 UTC

A constitution would be announced as to help with the goal of the league of nations, which is to promote international cooperation and to achieve piece throughout the world and also keep good security.

Final draft of peace treaty is presented to President Wilson

99424am — 2024-03-21 21:29:06 UTC

The final draft of the peace treaty would be presented to the 27th president Woodrow Wilson. Wilson would be aware of the flaws but hoped that the League of Nations can address the unresolved issues.