World War I Timeline: Key Events 1914-1919

The first page presents a comprehensive timeline of World War I's major events, beginning with the catalyst of the Sarajevo assassination on July 28, 1914, through to the signing of the Treaty of Versailles on June 28, 1919. The timeline illustrates the war's progression from initial movement warfare to the deadly stalemate of trench warfare, incorporating crucial military and political developments.

Highlight: The timeline emphasizes three major turning points: the Bataille de Verdun 1916, the Révolution russe 1917, and the Traité de Versailles 1919.

Definition: The transition from "Guerre de mouvement" (war of movement) to "Guerre de position" (positional warfare) represents the fundamental shift in military tactics during the war.

Example: The Battle of Verdun (February-December 1916) exemplifies the brutal nature of trench warfare, becoming one of the longest and bloodiest battles in military history.

Vocabulary: "Armistice" refers to the formal agreement to stop fighting, signed on November 11, 1918, effectively ending World War I.

Quote: "28 juin 1919 Traité Versailles" marks the formal end of the war with the signing of the peace treaty that would reshape Europe's political landscape.