Guide to World War I

images World War I spanned the time from 1914-1918, and was referred to as the "War to end all wars." Decades later, the impact World War I had on world history has shaped relations between countries considered to be the world's greatest powers. Today, this great war continues to be the subject of study. It has also influenced popular culture in a variety of ways. For those reasons, Bright Hub's team of expert writers has compiled a comprehensive guide to all things related to World War I. Students, history buffs, and others will find a plethora of articles designed teach, educate and entertain.

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The Significance of Airplane Development The significance of development of the airplane has had widespread ramifications on the society of the world. Airplanes have changed the way people travel and conduct wars. At times...	A Timeline of Important Dates in WWI World War I raged between 1914 and 1918, at the time it was thought to be the war that would end all wars because of the widespread devastation felt throughout the world. This cheat...
The History of Red Baron Airplanes The so-called Red Baron airplanes, flown by “Red Baron” Manfred von Richthofen during World War I, were made by Fokker and Albatros, except for the Halberstadt D.II that...	Engineers that Changed the World - Andre Citroen - Part II Born in the end of 19th century, Andre Citroen fought at First World War and soon afterwards - established his automobile company. Read André Citroën’s life story -...

The Significance of Airplane Development

The significance of development of the airplane has had widespread ramifications on the society of the world. Airplanes have changed the way people travel and conduct wars. At times, they have also been...

Sonar Mapping

Sonar mapping is a technique used to study distances between objects, study their navigation or communicate with vessels. Sonar mapping is used for underwater study by creating sound waves which hits the...

The Scientist who Discovered the Endoplasmic Reticulum

Albert Claude was a renowned biologist who is famous for winning the Nobel Prize for Medicine, but very few people know about his interesting journey from being a high school dropout to becoming a leading...

What is Gas Gangrene?

Gas gangrene is a condition where anaerobic bacteria release toxins that cause tissue death, and if not treated can be fatal. It usually occurs at trauma and wound sites....

The Engineering History of AM Radio

Almost everyone is familiar with FM or frequency modulated radio. But what about AM or amplitude modulation radio? What do we mean by the term and what is the history of amplitude modulation as a broadcasting...

History of the Sopwith Camel

The Sopwith Camel may be the most famous airplane of WWI. It was dangerous to enemy pilots and almost equally dangerous to pilots learning to fly the maneuverable but quirky Camel....

Sonar Mapping

Sonar mapping is a technique used to study distances between objects, study their navigation or communicate with vessels. Sonar mapping is used for underwater study by creating sound...