How The War Began (1914)

How The War Began (1914) is a historical book written by John McFarland Kennedy that explores the events leading up to the outbreak of World War I. The book provides a detailed account of the political tensions and alliances between the major European powers at the time and how they ultimately led to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary by a Serbian nationalist in June 1914. Kennedy delves into the complex web of diplomatic negotiations and military preparations that followed the assassination, ultimately culminating in the declaration of war by Germany on August 4, 1914. The book also examines the impact of the war on the various countries involved and the wider global implications of the conflict. Drawing on a range of primary sources and historical accounts, How The War Began (1914) offers a comprehensive and insightful analysis of one of the most significant events of the 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.