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World War I: Origins to Aftermath
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World War I: Origins to Aftermath

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About This League

This league provides a comprehensive exploration of the First World War, a pivotal event that reshaped the 20th century. Spanning from the intricate web of pre-war alliances and nationalist fervor to the devastating consequences and the subsequent geopolitical shifts, it dissects the conflict's origins, progression, and lasting impact.

What you will learn

Upon completing this league, you will be able to:

  • Analyze the complex web of alliances, nationalism, and imperialism that led to the outbreak of World War I.
  • Describe the realities of trench warfare, including daily life, weaponry, and the psychological toll on soldiers.
  • Explain the key turning points on both the Western and Eastern Fronts and their strategic significance.
  • Evaluate the impact of new technologies and global involvement on the war's progression and conclusion.
  • Understand the causes and consequences of the Treaty of Versailles and its role in shaping the interwar period.

What this league covers

ModuleWhat it covers
Module 1: The Spark: Origins of ConflictExamine Europe's pre-war landscape, the alliance system, rise of nationalism, imperialism, and the assassination in Sarajevo.
Module 2: Mobilization and First BattlesAnalyze mobilization plans like the Schlieffen Plan, the Battle of the Marne, the Eastern Front's start, and trench warfare's emergence.
Module 3: Life in the TrenchesExplore trench construction, daily routines, diseases, psychological impact, weaponry, and the experience of going 'Over the Top'.
Module 4: The Western Front StalemateInvestigate major battles like Verdun and the Somme, new war technologies, and significant failed offensives like Nivelle and Passchendaele.
Module 5: The Eastern Front: Russia's StruggleDetail the Brusilov Offensive, Russia's war weaknesses, and the revolutionary events leading to the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk.
Module 6: The Ottoman Empire and the Middle EastCovers the Ottoman entry, Gallipoli and Mesopotamia campaigns, the Arab Revolt, Armenian Genocide, and the Sykes-Picot Agreement.
Module 7: The War at SeaDiscuss naval power, the Battle of Jutland, unrestricted submarine warfare, anti-submarine measures, and trade impacts.
Module 8: America Enters the WarAnalyze American neutrality, the Lusitania sinking, the Zimmerman Telegram, mobilization, and its contribution to the Allied victory.
Module 9: The End of the War and the Treaty of VersaillesExamine the Spring and Hundred Days Offensives, the Armistice, the Paris Peace Conference, the Treaty of Versailles, and the League of Nations.
Module 10: Legacy of the Great WarAssess the war's human cost, political and social changes, economic consequences, and the rise of fascism leading to World War II.

This league equips you to understand the historical context for subsequent global conflicts.

A look inside

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Prerequisites

  • Comfortable reading longer texts and following an argument.
  • An interest in modern history and how conflicts begin.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify the major countries involved in World War I and their alliances.
  • Describe at least three of the primary causes of World War I.
  • Recognize key events of World War I, such as the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and the Treaty of Versailles.
  • Define key terms related to World War I, including trench warfare, nationalism, and militarism.
  • Explain the impact of World War I on the global map and the formation of new nations.