The Most Important Events That Changed History Forever

World War I was one of the most prominent turning points in the political, cultural, economic, and cultural climate across the globe. The war and its aftermath resulted in a number of uprisings and revolutions, including the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian, German, Ottoman, and Russian Empires.

World War II (1939)

World War II lasted from September 1, 1939, until September 2, 1945. This war was considered the deadliest in all of human history, with casualties upwards of 85 million. After the war ended, the United Nations was formed to prevent future conflicts between the countries.

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The More You Know

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  • A solar powered, self-filling water bottle has been invented for bike riders that condenses atmospheric moisture to automatically fill the bottle.
  • The 442nd Infantry Regiment, a largely Japanese American unit that served during WWII, did so while their families were held in internment camps. Their motto was "Go for Broke" and they were the most decorated unit in U.S. military history.
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