World War One Events

Question 0

1915

Answer 0

First war coalition with conservatives

Ministry of munitions established under Lloyd George

Question 1

1914

Answer 1

Liberal government led by Asquith

Outbreak of war parliament passes defense of the realm act

Question 2

1916

Answer 2

First military service act passed
Easter rising
Battle of the Somme
Lloyd George replaces Asquith (start of liberal split)

Question 3

1917

Answer 3

Second war coalition
Severe shipping losses due to U boat campaign
Increasing liberal split
USA join war

Question 4

1918

Answer 4

Representation of people’s act passed
Maurice debate splits liberals
End of World War One
Coupon election