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Book Synopsis: This compelling addition to the What Was? series covers what was supposed to be “the war to end all wars” but tragically wasn’t.
In 1914, the assassination of an Austrian archduke set off a disastrous four-year-long conflict involving dozens of countries with battles taking place in all parts of the world. World War I was the first to use planes and tanks as well as deadly gases that left soldiers blinded or “shell shocked” (a condition now called Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome). There were battles that lasted for months with opposing troops fighting from rat-infested trenches, battles that often ended in a hollow victory with only a small area of land retaken. The author of many successful Who HQ titles Nico Medina gives young readers a clear and compelling account of this long and tragic event, a war that left over 20 million dead and was the lead-up to World War II barely twenty years later.
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Discover the gripping story of one of the most devastating conflicts in history with the captivating book, "What Was World War I?" Dive into the pages of this intriguing addition to the What Was? series and explore the war that was supposed to end all wars but tragically failed to do so.
From the moment an Austrian archduke was assassinated in 1914, the world was thrown into a disastrous four-year-long conflict that engulfed nations from all corners of the globe. Experience the chaos as battles raged in various territories and witness the introduction of groundbreaking technology, including planes, tanks, and deadly gases that forever changed the face of warfare.
Author Nico Medina, renowned for his Who HQ titles, expertly guides young readers through the complexities of World War I. Uncover the devastating effects of deadly gases that left soldiers blinded and emotionally scarred, known today as Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome. Gain insight into the harrowing battles fought in rat-infested trenches, where soldiers endured for months on end, often only reclaiming a fraction of the land in hollow victories.
With over 20 million lives lost, World War I served as the lead-up to the even more catastrophic World War II two decades later. Nico Medina masterfully presents a clear and compelling account of this long and tragic event, allowing young minds to understand the impact it had on the world's history.
Join us in uncovering the untold stories and hidden truths of World War I. Experience the emotions, the sacrifices, and the triumphs in "What Was World War I?" and discover why understanding our past is essential for shaping a better future.
Get your copy of "What Was World War I?" and embark on a thrilling journey through one of history's most defining moments!
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