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World War 1 for Teens: Amazing Facts, Key Players, Heroic Acts, Major Battles, and How the War Changed the World

James Burrows

Fact-packed WW1 book for teenagers, children and even adults - a must read! 20+ photographs, bringing the war to life!

Did you know? Sydney Lewis was just 12 when he joined the army-he lied about his age!

Did you know? 35,000 miles of trenches were dug during the war

World War 1 for Teens will give you more than just the dates, facts, and figures; it will also tell the fascinating stories of what really happened, giving you all the details of how the battles were fought, and highlighting the key players:

● How the assassination of an Austrian Archduke in Bosnia led to a global war!

● The major battles and the turning points of the war.

Which countries took part and on which side they fought.

● The new technology and weapons used like tanks and flamethrowers!

What it was like to be a soldier in the trenches - here's clue, not very nice!

● Why America didn't join the war until 1917.

Filled with awesome tales of heroism and bravery, you will be transported back into the middle of the First World War. Read about leaders who fought for peace, and those who only wanted more power and territory. Experience the victories and defeats as if you were on the battlefield with the soldiers.

Also, look out for these add-ons throughout the book with some incredible extra insights into the war:

AMAZING FACTS

Did you know? Adolf Hitler injured his leg at the Somme after shrapnel from an explosive went off near him.

Did you know? It took almost 100 years for the UK to finish paying their £7 billion ($8.4 billion) debt for World War 1, making its last instalment in 2015

Take a jump into the muddy trenches and find out everything you can about the war that changed the modern world!

Book Details

  • Publisher: James Burrows
  • Publish Date: Dec 13rd, 2024
  • Pages: 168
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.36in - 0.51lb
  • EAN: 9781917664042
  • Recommended age: 13-18
  • Categories: History - Military & WarsHistory - Modern

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