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Why is the war fought between 1914 and 1918 called the First World War? - History and Civics

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Why is the war fought between 1914 and 1918 called the First World War?

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The war fought between 1914 and 1918 is called the First World War because:

  1. The war took place not only on land but also in the air, at sea, and even under the sea. It involved the use of destructive weapons such as tanks, submarines, artillery, and aerial bombardments.
  2. Although it started in Europe, the conflict quickly spread to other parts of the world, including Asia and Africa, making it a global war.
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Chapter 10: The First World War - Exercises [Page 122]

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Morning Star Total History and Civics [English] Class 10
Chapter 10 The First World War
Exercises | Q II. 8. | Page 122
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