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Declarations of war

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The first chapter of the First World War interactive video series details key events leading to war.

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Channel: The Guardian

Declarations of war

2014• 3 minPG

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The first chapter of the First World War interactive video series details key events leading to war.

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The first chapter of the First World War interactive video series details the political, scientific, social, and economic changes that culminate in the outbreak of global conflict. It highlights key events such as the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria in Sarajevo, which serves as a pivotal moment leading to the war. The video provides an engaging overview of the factors that contributed to the First World War, setting the stage for the subsequent chapters that will further explore this significant historical event.

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