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Why World War I Was Worse Than You Thought

staff@grunge.com (Brent Furdyk) — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:30:31 +0000

Horrific new weapons, a worldwide pandemic, and a merciless genocide are among the factors that made World War I even worse than you might think.

Things About World War I That Don't Make Sense

staff@grunge.com (Sarah Crocker) — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 14:30:27 +0000

World War I ravaged the globe and has been extensively studied since, but there are some things about the Great War that still don't make a lot of sense.

Why A WWI Time Capsule In Missouri Required A Bomb Squad When It Was Opened

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 15:00:58 +0000

In October 2024, a WWI time capsule in Missouri required a bomb squad when it was opened. Here's the full story on why it was such a dangerous unearthing.

Lord Of The Rings Details Inspired By J.R.R. Tolkien's Service In WWI

staff@grunge.com (Mina Nakatani) — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:30:22 +0000

Though J.R.R. Tolkien insisted he never meant "The Lord of the Rings" as allegory, there are aspects that seem undeniably inspired by his service in WWI.

The Untold Truth Of America's WWI German POW Camps

staff@grunge.com (Kathy Benjamin) — Sat, 09 Mar 2024 16:30:55 +0000

After the U.S. entered WWI, German citizens and civilians in the states, along with soldiers, were detained in POW camps in Georgia and Utah.

The 10 Worst Generals Of World War I

staff@grunge.com (Kathy Benjamin) — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 10:30:36 +0000

WWI was a catastrophe on all fronts, not least of which included the actions of the military men in charge, whose screwups led to the death of thousands.

How WWI Changed London Forever

staff@grunge.com (Mina Nakatani) — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 10:30:53 +0000

World War I brought plenty of change, which could be seen and felt globally, especially in large cities like London.

The Tragic Story Of The Sinking Of The Lusitania

staff@grunge.com (Mina Nakatani) — Sat, 04 Nov 2023 15:30:56 +0000

In 1915, a German U-boat sank the passenger cruiser Lusitania, with 1,198 souls lost. From unheeded warnings to leaky lifeboats, that fateful day is explained.

Who Were The Doughboys In WWI?

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 12:00:31 +0000

World War I saw men from several nationalities working with and against each other, and among them, nicknames arose. This is who the doughboys were.

Why Did The US Enter WWI?

staff@grunge.com (Alice Bennett) — Sun, 20 Aug 2023 03:00:02 +0000

In the early days of the Central Powers aggression ahead of World War I, U.S. leadership was adamant about not getting involved. This is why the US entered WWI.

Common Myths About The First World War

staff@grunge.com (Alice Bennett) — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 17:44:08 +0000

World War I, perhaps the most infamous war in world history, is well-known by many. Or is it? Many common facts about the first World War are actually myths.

The Battle Of Argonne Forest: The Deadliest American Battle In WWI

staff@grunge.com (Gabriela L. Laracca) — Mon, 09 Jan 2023 06:43:25 +0000

WWI included a seldom-discussed battle, which involved a vast forest, plenty of mud and blood, and a particularly heroic pigeon that saved over a hundred men.

The Forgotten World War I Terrorist Attack That Backfired For The Germans

staff@grunge.com (Aaron Homer) — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 20:50:50 +0000

In 1916, while the United States was still officially neutral during World War I, a deadly terrorist attack happened on American soil. So what exactly happened?

The Deadly Six-Hour Period Between The Signing Of The Armistice And The End Of WWI

staff@grunge.com (Aaron Homer) — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 20:29:46 +0000

A lot can happen in six hours, particularly in war, and in one morning before the end of World War I, 3,000 people died. Here's the full story.

The Gruesome Nazi Murder Of All Quiet On The Western Front Author's Sister

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 18:52:05 +0000

War is an ugly, costly affair, not only in terms of economics, but the cost inflicted on families -- either directly, through military service, or reprisals.

German WWI Soldiers Took Unprecedented Actions After The Death Of A Special US Soldier

staff@grunge.com (Jean Mendoza) — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 04:44:13 +0000

German soldiers paid their respects after the death of a U.S. soldier in World War I.

One WWI Destroyer's Wreck Was Found After 100 Years Lost At Sea

staff@grunge.com (Dylan Hofer) — Tue, 20 Sep 2022 20:12:33 +0000

There are those who would suggest that the real frontiers needing exploration are Earth's oceans, with hundreds of years of lost lives and shipping.

How Germany's Eulenburg Affair Helped Lead To WWI

staff@grunge.com (Mina Nakatani) — Tue, 09 Aug 2022 04:57:16 +0000

The Eulenburg Affair was a domestic scandal, but it would prove to have much more international effects (worldwide ones, quite literally). Here's that story.

How A Brigade Of Slugs Saved Lives In WWI

staff@grunge.com (Cynthia Griffith) — Mon, 02 May 2022 15:01:49 +0000

During WWI, when mustard gas was used as a powerful weapon, here's how a brigade of slugs saved lives.

A Famous WWI Flying Ace Was The Inspiration Behind The First Electric Guitar's Name

staff@grunge.com (Matt Reigle) — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 17:05:54 +0000

Spinal Tap might have had amplifiers that went up to 11, but those wouldn't have helped without the innovators who made electric guitars louder.