WWI

World War I (1914-1918) was a global conflict primarily involving European nations. Sparked by political tensions and the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, it saw two main alliances: the Allies (including France, Britain, and Russia) and the Central Powers (led by Germany and Austria-Hungary). The war was marked by trench warfare, massive casualties, and significant technological advancements in weaponry. It ended with the Treaty of Versailles, imposing heavy reparations on Germany, and reshaped national borders and political systems, setting the stage for World War II and influencing global politics for decades.