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What percentage of soldiers experienced severe psychological trauma, often referred to as shell shock, due to trench warfare?
What percentage of soldiers experienced severe psychological trauma, often referred to as shell shock, due to trench warfare?
What was one of the key components of Woodrow Wilson's 14 Points?
What was one of the key components of Woodrow Wilson's 14 Points?
Which treaty led to the dissolution of Austria-Hungary and the creation of new states like Czechoslovakia?
Which treaty led to the dissolution of Austria-Hungary and the creation of new states like Czechoslovakia?
What innovation did sculptor Anna Coleman Ladd contribute to assist disabled soldiers?
What innovation did sculptor Anna Coleman Ladd contribute to assist disabled soldiers?
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Which of the following was a significant outcome of the Paris Peace Conference in 1919?
Which of the following was a significant outcome of the Paris Peace Conference in 1919?
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Study Notes
Aftermath of World War I
- Over 15 million deaths, 34 million injuries, and an additional 50 million deaths from the Spanish Flu resulted from World War I.
- Disabled soldiers faced significant challenges reintegrating into society.
Anna Coleman Ladd's Work
- American sculptor Anna Coleman Ladd created 185 facial masks for disfigured soldiers.
- Her work aided the social reintegration of these soldiers.
Shell Shock
- Shell shock, severe psychological trauma from trench warfare, affected 10–17% of soldiers.
- This condition was often misunderstood and stigmatized.
- Early treatments, including electroshock therapy, were later recognized as ineffective and harmful compared to modern approaches for PTSD.
Women’s Roles
- Women joined the workforce during the war but saw setbacks in gender equality after the war.
- Societal norms pushed women back into domestic roles.
Paris Peace Conference (1919)
- Woodrow Wilson's 14 Points promoted democracy, self-determination, and the League of Nations.
- Major treaties redrew the map of Europe and the Middle East.
- Treaty of Versailles: Reduced Germany's military, imposed reparations, and returned Alsace-Lorraine to France.
- Treaty of Saint-Germain: Dissolved Austria-Hungary and created new states like Czechoslovakia.
- Treaty of Sèvres: Redrew Ottoman Empire borders, leading to the emergence of modern Turkey under Atatürk.
Unresolved Conflicts
- Italy's unmet territorial demands, like the Dalmatian coast, contributed to nationalist movements such as that of Gabriele D’Annunzio.
Key Notes
- Global suffering from the war spurred medical and social advancements (e.g., Ladd's masks).
- Gains made by women during the war were largely lost after 1919.
- Treaties reshaped Europe and the Middle East; this had unforeseen consequences and contributed to future conflicts.
- Misunderstandings surrounding shell shock underscored the need for improved psychological care and ultimately led to a better understanding of what is now described as PTSD.
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Explore the significant impacts of World War I, including the staggering death toll and the challenges faced by disabled soldiers. Delve into the contributions of Anna Coleman Ladd, the effects of shell shock on veterans, and the changing roles of women in society post-war. Understand the implications of the Paris Peace Conference and its influence on future conflicts.
