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World War I (WWI), which was predominantly called the World War or The Great War from its occurrence until 1939 (World War II), and the First World War or World War I thereafter, was a major war centred in Europe. It began on 28 July 1914 when Austria-Hungary declared war against Serbia and lasted until 11 November 1918 after Germany and the Allies signed an armistice.
World War I is notable for stalemate trench warfare on the western front, and the development and application of new technology in warfare such as tanks, airplanes and submarines.
Factions
The Allied Powers
- British Empire
- France
- Russian Empire (until 1917)
- Belgium
- Empire of Japan
- Italy (1915-1918)
- United States (1917-1918)
The Central Powers
- German Empire
- Austro-Hungarian Empire
- Ottoman Empire
- Bulgaria (1915-1918)
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