The Great War, Part 1 (1965)
This 1965 installment from the Project 20 Series provides a comprehensive look at the events leading to the outbreak of World War I from 1914 to 1917. It explores the political and social factors that led to the global conflict, focusing on the U.S.’s initial neutrality, the impact of the sinking of the Lusitania, the eventual declaration of war, and the first draft call. The film captures the tense atmosphere and pivotal moments that shaped the early years of the war.
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