Armistice of 1918

The Armistice of 1918 was an agreement that ended the fighting in World War I on November 11, 1918. It marked a cessation of hostilities between the Allied Powers and Germany, effectively halting the war after four years of intense conflict. Negotiated at Compiègne in France, the armistice laid the groundwork for further peace negotiations, which would culminate in the Treaty of Versailles in 1919. It is commemorated annually as Armistice Day or Veterans Day in various countries, recognizing the sacrifices made during the war and the importance of peace.