Trenches: World War I (1914-1918)

Details the days of peace and significant progress from 1901 -1914 as Europe prospered from increasing globalization.

Highlights the Battle of Mons, which was the first major action for the British forces.

Learn about the Battle of Langemarck where the French and British armies had major success.

As the Spring of 1915 arrived, the British went on the offensive and breached the German line.

See the evolution of the aircraft from reconnaissance and intelligence gathering to air to air combat.

Details the Battle of Verdun which was the largest and longest battle of the war on the western front.

Details the events leading up to the US joining the war in 1917 including the battle of Belleau Wood.