What Happened On Armistice Day?
On the fateful day of the month of November 11th, in the year 1918, precisely after more than four years of horrific fighting and the loss of millions of lives, the guns on the Western Front fell silent. Although fighting continued elsewhere, the armistice between Germany and the Allies was the first step to ending…
On the fateful day of the month of November 11th, in the year 1918, precisely after more than four years of horrific fighting and the loss of millions of lives, the guns on the Western Front fell silent. Although fighting continued elsewhere, the armistice between Germany and the Allies was the first step to ending World War I. The global reaction was one of mixed emotions that is including, relief, celebration, disbelief, and a profound sense of loss.
When World War I began in August 1914, few expected the conflict to last beyond Christmas. Over the course of the next few months, however, it was clear this would not come to pass. The conflict, already expanded beyond Europe, included great movements of imperial colonies in Africa and Asia.
What Happened On Armistice Day?
However, on some glorious day, thus November 11, 1918, an armistice was signed between the Germans and the Allies, ending World War I. Marshal Foch sent word to Allied commanders that hostilities will be stopped on the entire front beginning that is in the hours of 11 o’clock, November 11th.
