World War 1 Flashcards
When did World War I take place?
World War 1 took place between 1914 - 1918
Where did it take place?
It took place in many places being mainly in Europe in Germany’s border and most famously, Gallipoli in Turkey.
Who was involved?
Many European countries such as Russia, Britain, France, Germany and other alliances such as Australia and the US
What led to war?
Many things led to war but it was mainly the Assassination of Franz Ferdinand which sparked conflicted between Austria-Hungary and Serbia which caused the alliance system to kick in and two countries going to war meant everyone went to war.
In Australia, what different perspectives did people have about the War?
Some thought it was the right thing to do. It was needed. All the young men who wanted to go to war thought it was cool to go out and fight for their country. Some significant others tried to tell people otherwise and get the true intentions and happening of war out to the public.
What changed as a result of war (technology, workforce etc)?
Many things changed after the war. People’s mindsets, technology (the ban of some and the introduction to more) and also the Workforce, by letting everyone in and have an equal chance to help
How has World War I impacted on modern Australia (remembrance, feelings about war, entry of women into the workplace)
There is a strong place in Australia history for WW1 and all the fallen who died fighting for their people. Remembrance Day is celebrated every year to commemorate the day the war ended. IT also affected things such as allowing women an equal place in the workforce. It also gave people a very strong feeling against war and the horrible things that occurred.
