world war, 1914-1918

How did the assignation of one leader result in armed conflict involving more than 20 countries from multiple continents? The answer to this question and more is answered in this well-researched book, which combines primary source documents with other features to provide an unbiased look at the events of World War I.

Describes the weapons used in battles during World War I, including infantry weapons and heavy artillery such as howitzers and machine guns.

Describes the war experiences of five survivors of World War I, including an American pilot, a Russian peasant, an African warrior, an American soldier who served in Great Britain, and a German U-boat commander.

Describes several models of military aircraft used in World War I and World War II, including specifications and statistics.

Tells the story of the 369th Infantry, an African American regiment that risked their lives for the country they loved during World War I and emerged triumphant, in spite of the bigots and racists who did everything possible to make them fail.

When his father leaves to fight in World War I, Mikey joins the Central Park Knitting Bee to help knit clothing for soldiers overseas.

Intensive study of the background of the first World War, and of the battles of Liege, Tannenberg, Mons and others fought during the first thirty days.

Describes the opposing viewpoints of the Allies and the Central Powers during World War I.

A graphic exploration of significant people and events in U.S. history between the years 1890 and 1930, including the Spanish-American War and World War I.

Recreates the experiences of one World War I soldier as he fights in the battle of Ch?teau Thierry.