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    one reflect how the history of Native people is understood as a history of war. However, most only consider it as war between Indians and settlers, as opposed to the many wars in which Natives and white Americans fought on the same side. World War I, for example, saw Native participation at a much higher proportion than other groups. However, rather than change popular thought, white people saw Indian participation in the war both as a means of further assimilation as well as, contradictorily,…

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    WW1 The real cause of World War I was mostly the different alliances and the growth of armaments. The alliance of the triple entente included Britain, France, and Russia. Then for the triple alliance it included Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy. America ended up coming into the war but came in to help the triple entente. This was not good for the triple alliance because Italy shortly before America came they switched to the triple entente side. Which messed up the original plan for everyone.…

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    THE U.S. ARMY IN WORLD WAR I On April 2, 1917, President Woodrow Wilson tended to Congress, requesting a revelation of war against Germany. A little more than two months prior, on January 31, the German government had reported its resumption of "unhindered submarine fighting." With the declaration, German U-pontoons would without cautioning endeavor to sink all boats going to or from British or French ports. Under the new procedure, U-vessels had sunk three American trader ships with a…

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    The major causes of World War I The Great War (1914-1918) started in Europe as a result of tensions building up between the great European military and political powers. Among the principal causes listed by historians were: imperialism, nationalism, militarism, the system of alliances, domestic political factors and the eastern question regarding the Balkans. In the years leading up to WWI many European nations had empires but the largest of all was the British Empire. Great Britain was…

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    World War One would be the war that starts all wars. Malala Yousafzai said during her speech in the UN Assembly “In many parts of the world, especially Pakistan and Afghanistan, terrorism, war, and conflict stop children to go to their schools. We are really tired of these wars. Women and children are suffering.” As we all know, no war is better than other; all wars are brutal, in general. Until today, innocent civilians still remain as the victims of war. Both World War One and World War Two…

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    United States’ involvement in World War I consisted of an initial state of neutrality that would eventually lead to battle. President Woodrow Wilson of the US desired to remain neutral throughout the war, but as conflicts arose from the Central powers of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire, war was inevitable. While lacking necessary experience and resources, the United States required extensive preparation for battle in Europe. As America entered the war with the Allied powers, the…

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    World War I is acknowledged as the bloodiest or one of the bloodiest conflicts in human history. The War was no longer two opposing groups meeting in a field for a prearranged fight. The industrial revolution made its way through and completely changed the definition of war. Technology had advanced and made a huge impact on the way the war was fought. It evolved into a weaponized game were the progressive side would win which led to a massive slaughter of soldiers through the hands of new…

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    World War I started on July 28, 1914 through November 11, 1918. It was an intentional conflict that was brought on by 10 key factors. As you continue along, you will see how each one of these helped to create a hostile environment which festered until war was inevitable. As you continue reading you will learn about what started the war, what happened during the war, and what was the result of the end of the war. The first issue that contributed to World War I was the French and Prussian War…

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    World War one also known as the “Great War” was a huge event in our history. Although it had many casualties it also had a significant outcome. World War I is important to study for the following reasons: the causes of the war, the major battles and countries, weapons and gadgets, and the effects of war. There were a few causes of the first world war. One of those causes was the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand at Sarajevo on 28 June 1914. Archduke traveled to Sarajevo to inspect the…

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    by the events, actions, and decisions that Canada has made. The Canadian society has come a long way from what they were in the early 1900’s. World war one is an event that not many Canadians are fully aware about, especially young teenagers in our society. We should learn about WWI and why it is important to Canadians. Even though we’ve never had a war on our home soil, does not mean we should forget the fallen ones that were sent overseas to fight for our freedom. WWI was a huge battle that…

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