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World War I officially ended on November 11, 1918 when allied leaders signed an armistice with the Triple Alliance. The armistice was signed in a railroad car in a forest in France near the front line. “The war to end all wars” was finally over. Over 6.6 million civilians and 8 million soldiers were killed. Much of Europe had been destroyed; Great Britain and France were hit especially hard. But what happened after the war?
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Questions and Answers
Question: Did the American public support President Wilson’s plan?
Answer: In general, no. Many political leaders were against America joining the League of Nations so President Wilson tried to drum up support with the American people. He visited 29 cities in 22 days talking with people about his plan. In Colorado, the president became ill and later suffered a stroke that left him partially paralyzed.
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Visit the BBC to learn much more about World War 1.
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