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WORLD WAR FIRST :World War 1, also known as the Great War, was a global conflict that took place from 1914 to
1918
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The immediate cause of the war was the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of
Austria-Hungary in June 1914
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Austria-Hungary, supported by Germany,
declared war on Serbia, which was backed by Russia
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The major powers involved in the war were:
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Central Powers:
- Germany
- Austria-Hungary
- Ottoman Empire (modern-day Turkey)
- Bulgaria (joined in 1915)
The war was characterized by trench warfare, with soldiers on both sides entrenched in
elaborate systems of trenches, resulting in a stalemate on the Western Front
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The war had a significant impact on society, politics, and technology
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Many soldiers experienced harsh conditions in the
trenches, facing disease, malnutrition, and psychological trauma
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In 1917, the United States entered the war on the side of the Allies, providing a crucial boost in
terms of resources and manpower
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On November 11, 1918, an armistice
was signed, ending the fighting
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This treaty imposed heavy penalties on Germany, including territorial losses,
disarmament, and war reparations
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World War 1 had a profound and lasting impact on the world, reshaping geopolitical boundaries,
altering the balance of power, and setting the stage for future conflicts
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WORLD WAR SECOND :-
World War II, also known as the Second World War, was a global conflict that lasted from 1939
to 1945
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Here are some key points about World War II:
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- 1940: Germany launched an offensive against Western Europe and conquered several
countries, including France
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- December 7, 1941: The Japanese attacked the United States' naval base at Pearl Harbor,
prompting the U
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entry into the war
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- June 6, 1944: The Allies launched the D-Day invasion, landing in Normandy, France, to
liberate Western Europe from German occupation
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- May 8, 1945: Germany surrendered, marking Victory in Europe (V-E Day)
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- September 2, 1945: Japan officially surrendered, marking Victory over Japan (V-J Day)
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Holocaust: The Holocaust was the systematic genocide of approximately six million Jews,
along with millions of others, by Nazi Germany
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This includes military personnel and civilian casualties, as well as
those who died from war-related diseases and famine
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Technological advancements: World War II witnessed significant advancements in military
technology, including the use of tanks, aircraft carriers, submarines, and the development of
atomic weapons
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Aftermath: The war led to the redrawing of national borders, the creation of the United
Nations, and the beginning of the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union
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World War II had a lasting impact on political, social, and economic aspects of many countries
around the world and shaped the course of history for decades to come