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The Washington Times Front Page from July 28th, 1914: "Austria has chosen war", 1914. Creator: Historic Object. The Washington Times Front Page from July 28th, 1914: "Austria has chosen war", 1914. Creator: Historic Object
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The Washington Times Front Page from July 28th, 1914: "Austria has chosen war", 1914. Private Collection
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July 28, 1914: A Turning Point in History - "Austria has chosen war" This historic front page of The Washington Times, published on July 28, 1914, marks a pivotal moment in world history. The bold headline, "Austria has chosen war," heralded the beginning of the First World War, an event that would irrevocably alter the course of human history. The front page, a lithographic print from the private collection of Historic Object, showcases the graphic arts of the era. The stark black and white design, with its bold font and dramatic contrast, effectively conveys the gravity of the situation. The image of a clenched fist, symbolizing the aggressive stance of Austria-Hungary, adds to the sense of impending conflict. The First World War was a complex web of alliances and tensions that had been simmering for years. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary in Sarajevo, Bosnia, on June 28, 1914, served as the spark that ignited the conflagration. In the days that followed, a series of diplomatic missteps and military mobilizations escalated the situation, leading to the declaration of war by Austria-Hungary against Serbia on July 28, 1914. The Washington Times' front page on July 28, 1914, reflects the shock and disbelief felt by the world as the news of war broke. The events of that summer would lead to four long years of fighting, resulting in millions of deaths and the reshaping of the political landscape of Europe and beyond. This historic object serves as a poignant reminder of the power of words and the far-reaching consequences of political decisions.
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