World War Timeline: A Comprehensive Guide to the Major Conflicts of the 20th Century

The 20th century was a time of great conflict and upheaval. Two world wars, as well as numerous other regional wars, shaped the course of history and had a profound impact on the lives of millions of people.

This timeline provides a comprehensive overview of the major conflicts of the 20th century. It includes information on the causes, key events, and outcomes of each war.

A World War I Timeline (War Timelines)

by Sven Nordqvist

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World War I (1914-1918)

World War I was a global conflict that began in Europe in the summer of 1914. The war involved all of the great powers, including Britain, France, Russia, Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy. By the end of the war, more than 10 million people had been killed and millions more had been wounded.

The war began with the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary by a Serbian nationalist. This event triggered a series of diplomatic crises that led to the outbreak of war in August 1914.

The war was fought on multiple fronts, including Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The fighting was often brutal and resulted in heavy casualties. The war ended with the armistice of November 11, 1918.

World War II (1939-1945)

World War II was a global conflict that began in Europe in the summer of 1939. The war involved all of the great powers, including Britain, France, Russia, Germany, Japan, and the United States. By the end of the war, more than 60 million people had been killed and millions more had been wounded.

The war began with the invasion of Poland by Nazi Germany on September 1, 1939. This event marked the beginning of a series of territorial expansions by Germany that would eventually lead to the outbreak of war in Europe.

The war was fought on multiple fronts, including Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The fighting was often brutal and resulted in heavy casualties. The war ended with the surrender of Japan on September 2, 1945.

Other Major Conflicts of the 20th Century

In addition to the two world wars, the 20th century also saw a number of other major conflicts. These conflicts include the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939),the Korean War (1950-1953),the Vietnam War (1955-1975),and the Gulf War (1990-1991).

These conflicts were fought for a variety of reasons, including political ideology, territorial disputes, and economic interests. The fighting often resulted in heavy casualties and had a significant impact on the lives of millions of people.

The 20th century was a time of great conflict and upheaval. The two world wars, as well as numerous other regional wars, shaped the course of history and had a profound impact on the lives of millions of people.

This timeline provides a comprehensive overview of the major conflicts of the 20th century. It includes information on the causes, key events, and outcomes of each war.

For more information on the history of war, please refer to the following resources:

• World War I
• World War II
• Spanish Civil War
• Korean War
• Vietnam War
• Gulf War

A World War I Timeline (War Timelines)

by Sven Nordqvist

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	36599 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	48 pages

FREE