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World War One: The Lasting Effects Of Total War

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World War One was a war unlike any other before or after; as time went on, countries from all around the world were dragged into European affairs, which led to powers exhausting resources to the fullest extent. Total War required all members of society to contribute and take on jobs of much significance that had lasting effects on culture. Throughout World War One both soldiers and civilians endured similar sufferings; however, the roles of each were significantly different from one another and they were affected by the war in various ways. Soldiers and civilians had similar experiences surrounding imperial rule and effects of foreign affairs. New types of technology and innovations introduced during this age of war led to civilians experiencing

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