The First World War

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“Some nations were more to blame than others”



The legendary and unforgettable 20th century, an epoch of scientific discoveries, a brand new, flawlessly modern, at the same time secretly mystifying, but none the less attractive and remarkable world. Numerous developments, industrial improvements and technical growth, as well as political progression had made it a period of great changes, both socially and politically, resulting in the horrible, however colossal First World War. Before 1914, the world was merely a community, resembling a battlefield, it had not yet put all the latest hi-tech machinery, of the time, into practice. A front line, which was fought by independent countries in self-sufficient ways, where your neighbour would rarely be involved and the land you fought for was the main objective, became the conflict between many nations, for everyone was in a wild race for power and foreign territories. Due to such intentions, the tension and differences of the various world communities began to evolve. Europe, being the centre of much scientific, artistic and industrial advancement, hosting numerous empires, extremely dominant and able, was gradually building up its fights, clashes and arguments over small, simple issues, which would turn into greater ones reasonably soon.

Germany, a nation of strength and remarkable pride, had taken the lead in industry, over Britain. Austria-Hungary, a multicultural environment, containing nations with those who wanted self-government and liberty, was losing its once so firm and respectably well-built supremacy over countries, such as Serbia. Britain, an independent tough and incredibly capable remote island, which wanted equal power for everyone, however remained happy as long as it was a little bit more advanced than anyone else would ever be. A dream come true, however not for long, as the rapid growth of Germany had promptly taken over her marvels. France, a plentiful and s...