Conflicts & Wars
6 reference items
In which year did World War I officially begin?
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1914
Explanation
WWI began in 1914 following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
In which year did World War II officially end?
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1945
Explanation
WWII ended in 1945 with the unconditional surrender of the Axis powers.
Which geopolitical standoff lasted from 1947 until the fall of Soviet communism in 1991?
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Cold War
Explanation
The Cold War was the political and military rivalry between the US and the USSR.
In which year was the historic Battle of Waterloo fought?
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1815
Explanation
Napoleon Bonaparte was finally defeated at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815.
Which empire was dissolved following its defeat in World War I?
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Ottoman Empire
Explanation
The Ottoman Empire collapsed after WWI, leading to the creation of modern Turkey.
Which conflict was sparked by the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait in 1990?
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Gulf War
Explanation
The Gulf War was launched by a US-led coalition to liberate Kuwait.