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World War I (often abbreviated as WWI or WW1), also known as the First World War, the Great War, and initially in North America as the European War, was a global war originating in Europe that lasted from 28 July 1914 to 11 November 1918. Contemporaneously described as "the war to end all wars," it led to the mobilization of more than 70 million military personnel, including 60 million Europeans, making it one of the largest wars in history. The Treaty of Versailles, signed to end the war in 1919, was one of the contributing factors to the rise of fascism in Europe, and by extension World War II, and the development of the United States of America into a nuclear super power.
Europe was devastated by the war, leading to widespread starvation on the continent. Future president Herbert Hoover was in charge on food distribution at the time, and earned the nickname "The Great Humanitarian" for his efforts to feed Europe during and after the war.[1]
Notes[]
- World War I serves as a small section in-between the American Revolutionary War and World War II sections of the Museum of Freedom mural.
- Manfred von Richtofen, a German fighter pilot who served in World War I, is mentioned in the Fallout 76 update Wild Appalachia.
- The Lewis MKII's item description notes it was adopted by the British army during the war.[2]
- On a museum kiosk in the National Archives, the event is mentioned alongside the Spanish-American War.[3]
Appearances[]
The First World War is mentioned in Fallout 3, Fallout 76, and Fallout Tactics.
References[]
- ↑ A Vault Dweller: "Could you tell me more about President Hoover?"
Gumley: "Well of course I can. He's a pretty interesting fellow. During and after the First World War, Herbert became known as The Great Humanitarian for feeding Europe."
(Gumbley's dialogue) - ↑ Fallout Tactics item description: "name_lewisHeavy = {Lewis MKII}
desc_lewisHeavy = Invented by an American, the .303 Cal Lewis Gun was adopted by the British Army during WW 1 and remained in service with allied forces until well into the 1940's. An efficient and reliable weapon."
(Items.txt) - ↑ Museum kiosk