By 1917, participation in World War I had resulted in disaster for the tsar's armies and government. The nation's casualties were much higher than those of any other country, and its economy was in...
Begin your WWI genealogy research with this comprehensive guide to military records from the National Archives, which includes draft cards, service records and information on deaths of service members...
This article documents and commemorates the 100th anniversary of the first use of physical therapists, most of whom were women, as civilian employees of the Medical Department of the U.S. Army during...
This brief article and coloring sheet activity provides younger learners with more information on the dazzle camouflage used to protect ships in WWI. Used first by Britain's Royal Navy, the idea...
Discrimination against minority groups initially prevented non-white males from volunteering for the Canadian military, though need eventually caused a shift in practice as WWI wore on. This essay follows the timeline of acceptance and describes different groups' efforts to fight for Canada.
Puerto Ricans recruited and drafted into the war effort after the Jones-Shafroth Act of March 1917 made Puerto Ricans U.S. citizens (though those on the island could not vote in U.S. elections or pay...
The Jones-Shafroth Act of March 1917 made Puerto Ricans U.S. citizens (though those on the island could not vote in U.S. elections or pay federal taxes). In addition to serving in the military, Puerto...
Propaganda existed for many years prior to the start of World War I; however, inventions in media made it easier to reach people on a massive scale. In this 8-minute video, host Indy Neidel with the...
On April 2, 1917, President Woodrow Wilson addressed a joint session of Congress requesting a declaration of war against Germany. The National Archives uses from its collection parts of the original...
Examine the importance of remembrance and commemoration through the symbolism of the poppy, engage your younger students with poppy crafts, and learn how to get your class involved in the fundraising...
In collaboration with US WW1 Centennial Commission