Hayat Ashraf

World War I,  the Great War, was a global conflict that took place from 1914 to 1918. It involved many of the world's major powers, primarily European nations, and had far-reaching consequences for global politics, society, and the balance of power. Here are the key aspects of World War I: 1. Causes of the War: The underlying causes of World War I can be traced back to a combination of factors, including militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism. Tensions were particularly high in Europe due to rivalries between major powers, such as Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Russia. 2. Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand: The immediate trigger for the war was the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary in Sarajevo, Bosnia, on June 28, 1914, by a Serbian nationalist. This event set off a chain reaction of alliances and declarations of war. 3. Formation of Alliances: Prior to the war, European nations had formed military alliances, with the two main blocs bei...