The first World War had farreaching consequences from "summary" of The War of the World by Niall Ferguson
The Great War, which began in 1914 and ended in 1918, had effects that extended far beyond the battlefields of Europe. The conflict resulted in the downfall of four empires - the German, Austro-Hungarian, Ottoman, and Russian - and the redrawing of the map of Europe. The Treaty of Versailles, signed in 1919, not only punished Germany for its role in the war but also laid the groundwork for future conflicts by imposing harsh financial penalties and territorial losses. The war also had profound social consequences. The death toll was staggering, with an estimated 16 million people losing their lives. The war changed the role of women in society, as they took on new responsibilities in the absence of men who were away fighting. The experience of the war also led to a questioning of traditional values and beliefs, as the horrors of the conflict called into...
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