World War I

Introduction

World War I was caused by a combination of several factors but above all, it was caused by the tensions between the European powers and crisis of the balance-of-power system that divided Europe into two camps. While one camp, joining Great Britain, France and Russia (Triple Entente) strove to preserve the fragile balance between the European great powers, the second camp that formed around German Empire, Austria-Hungary and Italy (Central Powers) was challenging it. This disagreement about how Europe's power should be divided would come to lead to a war unlike any other the World had yet to see. As you read through and watch the stories unfold, think to yourself- If I was the teacher, what would I want my students to know and remember? 

Task

Over the course of this WebQuest, you will complete several activities that encompass the details of your time travel journey.  After experiencing several key events of the war and meeting important figures of the tme, you have a clearer picture of what ultimately became known as the war to end all wars.  

Watch this introductory video to begin your time traveling adventure. 

Process

The Beginning of the Great War

Key Leaders during World War I

Major Events

Global Effects of the war