world war, 1914-1918

Explores why and how the United States joined World War I, and how it changed American history.

Examines the United States military strategy during World War I from the perspective of President Woodrow Wilson.

Presents twelve key events of World War I, featuring the war's critical moments, key players, and lasting effects paired with sidebars, questions to consider, and a timeline.

"This book details major events of World War I, as well as the war's cultural impact."--Provided by publisher.

"For a truly worldwide war to erupt, many conflicts and interests are at work. That's exactly what happened in the years leading up to World War I, also called the Great War. Conflicts between empires, alliances among nations, fights over boundaries and colonies, and the 1914 assassination of the archduke Franz Ferdinand were among the myriad of causes for this widespread war. This volume, which includes remarkable photographs from the time period, gives a thorough overview of the war and its aftermath, which would pave the way for another terrible world war just two decades later"--Amazon.com.

Provides fictional accounts of animals and their heroic exploits in World War I, including a dog who warns soldiers of a gas attack, a cat who saves soldiers from rat bites, and a pigeon who saves an entire platoon.

"When World War I began, it seemed unlikely that a unit such as the Harlem Hellfighters would ever be formed. Given their nickname by their German foes who admired their bravery, the Harlem Hellfighters were members of the 369th, an all-black regiment. The 369th played key roles in critical battles and helped secure an Allied victory. Infographics, sidebars, and fact boxes bring the experiences of these brave military men to life"--Provided by publisher.

"It's 1915, World War I, and British troops are about to sail to Gallipoli. Billy is the youngest soldier in his platoon and is teased for not being old enough to drink or shave. The truth is, he's not old enough to be a soldier either, and he's terrified of the war he's about to fight. But then he meets a refugee boy named Captain and his donkey, Hey-ho. Together they teach Billy what it means to be brave, loyal, and fearless and, above all, what it means to be a friend"--Provided by publisher.

"A pathbreaking account of the continuing ethnic and state violence after the end of WWI--conflicts that more than anything else set the stage for WWII"--Provided by publisher.

A dramatic tale set on the last day of World War I traces the stories of a German storm trooper, an American airman, and a British Tommy whose war experiences are shaped by their teenage perspectives, nationalities, and friendship.