Video - The Great War: America's Impact on WWI

In 1914, the world was plunged into conflict... The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria ignited the flames of war. Europe was divided into the Central Powers and the Allied Powers, setting the stage for a global conflict. ..saw unprecedented levels of warfare, with trench battles and immense casualties. In 1917, the United States joined the Allies, bringing fresh troops and resources. Over 2 million American soldiers were sent overseas, playing a crucial role in the final offensives. Americans at home supported the war effort through rationing, buying war bonds, and working in war industries.. On November 11, 1918, the Armistice was signed, bringing an end to the fighting. Over 116,000 Americans had given their lives. The Treaty of Versailles officially ended the war, but the impact on veterans and the world was lasting. World War I reshaped America and the world. We honor those who served and sacrificed.