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Mr. Snyder JSnyder@pgsd.org. Question of the Day. Define nationalism and imperialism. How do you think these concepts relate to World War I?. . World War I. What makes World War I Unique?. It is the first “ global war ” Over 30 countries declare war; more involved indirectly.
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Mr. Snyder • JSnyder@pgsd.org
Question of the Day • Define nationalism and imperialism. How do you think these concepts relate to World War I?.
It is the first “global war” • Over 30 countries declare war; more involved indirectly.
It is the first “total war” • Nearly all aspects of life are affected for all citizens—not just soldiers and members of government. • Governments take over economy and use propagandato persuade citizens to support war. • What is propaganda?
It is the first “modern war” • Use of new technology such as airplanes, zeppelins, machine guns, armored tanks, poison gas; and trench warfare on a larger scale.
Cool Down • List one feature which makes World War I unique in comparison to wars before it.