Summary of La Primera Guerra Mundial en Color (6/6) - Victoria y Desesperación

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The video covers the events of World War I, from the outbreak of the war in 1914 to the Allied victory in 1918. It discusses the different strategies and tactics used by both sides, and how the war eventually ended with the Treaty of Versailles. The video also covers the psychological effects of the war on soldiers and civilians, and the importance of the armistice agreement.

• 00:00:00 In 1918, four years of fierce fighting culminated in an assault by the Germans. The British and French were facing defeat, and then in mid-year the allies attacked, breaking through the equilibrium of forces in the trenches. Suddenly, cannons fell silent. But we were left alone, looking at each other, realizing that we had nothing to do. For the allies, 1918 was the year of the most difficult war. After the massacre, there was hope that those millions of men had not died in vain. We did not go insane. We opened the gates and everyone descended to the ground. We danced in the streets with the wounded and the girls. This is the story of 1918: the year that changed everything. The first World War in color: victory and desolation. In 1918, after almost three years of war in the western front, the British had suffered 2 million casualties, among them dead, wounded, and prisoners. The French had suffered 3 million. The French army was still recovering from the riots of 1917, and the British army was exhausted. It was only a few meters of Belgian and French soil that counted, and the British prime minister, David Lloyd George, refused to send more reinforcements. On December 31, 1917, when the nightmare was almost over
• 00:05:00 The First World War was fought in color for the first time in this video, which covers the Battle of the Somme from March 21 to April 16, 1916. The Germans, believing they were victorious, were surprised when their enemy replied with artillery fire. The British took advantage of the situation and advanced, leading to the Germans being pushed back and losing many men. On March 26, the Germans renewed their offensive, but this time their artillery was met with equal force. The battle continued in this way for four days, with the Germans advancing 50 kilometers. They were only a few kilometers from Paris, which would have given the Germans victory. However, the tide soon began to turn, and the British and French were able to start putting pressure on the Germans, causing them to lose men and territory. By the end of 1916, the Germans had lost more land than they had at the start of the war.
• 00:10:00 This video covers the events of World War I in color, starting with the outbreak of the war in 1914 and culminating with the Allied victory in 1918. The video discusses the different strategies and tactics used by both sides, including the American entry into the war and the German attempt to win it by launching a final offensive on the Marne River. However, their efforts were ultimately unsuccessful, and the war eventually ended with the Treaty of Versailles.
• 00:15:00 This video chronicles the Battle of San Miguel, which was the first major battle of World War I fought in color. The Allied forces, led by General John Pershing, advanced rapidly and unexpectedly, catching the Germans by surprise and leading to their defeat. This was a major turning point in the war and demonstrated the power of the American army. By the end of the year, over a million American troops were in Europe, making the Allies much more secure.
• 00:20:00 The video describes World War I in color, focusing on the Battle of the Hindenburg Line. The narrator describes how the Germans were pushed back, and how their morale was boosted when they finally broke through the line. The next day, the Allies met to discuss the terms of a possible peace treaty. However, the Germans decided that the best course of action was to try and break France and Great Britain apart first. This plan backfired, and Germany was forced to negotiate a humiliating armistice.
• 00:25:00 In 1918, Germany was losing the war and their supply lines were being cut off by Allied naval blockade. The situation on the front was desperate as people were dying from starvation. In the middle of October, the morale of the German army had deteriorated to the point where many officers knew that the war was over. On the evening of October 11, 1918, the soldiers on the front heard the sound of cannons firing in the distance. This was the moment that the war ended for them. The following day, the armisties were signed and the war was over. Germany lost 253 officers and 6,000 soldiers in the last few weeks of the war. The hospitals were overflowing with volunteer medical staff who were treating cases of extreme malnutrition. The soldiers who had fought on the front were young, poorly prepared, and unwilling to risk their lives for something that was clearly lost. After the war, the country sank into a depression. On November 26, Emperor Wilhelm II was ousted from power and he fled to exile. The political leaders in Germany who remained behind knew that they had to submit to the terms of the Allies. On the morning of November 11, 1918, the guns on the Western Front ceased firing. This was known as the Armistice. The war was over
• 00:30:00 The video tells the story of World War I, from the perspective of a civilian. It covers the events leading up to the war, including the buildup of tension between countries, and the war itself. The civilian describes the excitement and joy felt upon hearing the news that the war had been won, and the relief and happiness experienced upon finally being free from the war. The civilian reflects on the psychological effects of the war on soldiers and civilians, and the importance of the armistice agreement.
• 00:35:00 In 1919, representatives from the defeated nations met in Paris to try and end World War I. The terms of the peace treaty were very harsh for Germany, requiring them to give up all their military equipment and colonies, pay a financial penalty, and allow Poland to become an independent state. Despite these harsh terms, many people in Germany felt that the war was lost and that it was time to end it. In January of 1920, the peace treaty was signed and Germany was finally defeated. After the war, the dreams of a new world order and peace were realized, but at a cost. The victors felt a sense of mission and nobility, and many went into politics. However, the terms of the peace treaty were extremely harsh and were not accepted by the German people. The post-war period was a time of rebuilding and hope, but the specter of future war was always present. In 1923, President Woodrow Wilson proposed a new international organization, the League of Nations, as a way to prevent future conflicts. However, the idea was opposed by many in the United States and Europe, and it did not come into being until after World War II.
• 00:40:00 The first World War was a tragic event, but it was not completely useless. Allied forces managed to win a great victory, preventing the worst from happening. One of the generals responsible for this success was Field Marshal Erich Ludendorff, who later went on to lead Germany into a disastrous war. However, one young Austrian officer named Adolf Hitler emerged as a powerful figure in the Nazi party and eventually won the war for Germany. The first World War was a tragic event, but it was not completely useless. Allied forces managed to win a great victory, preventing the worst from happening.
• 00:45:00 This video describes the end of World War I, which took place in Europe. The narrator recalls the horrific events of the war, including the deaths of young men in battles and from diseases. The narrator says that after the war, people will no longer have to worry about these things, as they have all been replaced by new technologies. Nevertheless, the memory of the war will always be remembered by those who were involved.