World's War Events, Vol. II

This collection assembles firsthand accounts from politicians, military leaders, historians, and ordinary soldiers who experienced the fiercest phase of the Great War. Starting with the brutal Battle of Verdun in early 1916, it moves through the naval clash at Jutland, the grinding Somme offensive, and the diplomatic currents that pushed the United States toward involvement. Each piece is drawn from official dispatches, personal letters, and contemporary reports, giving a vivid picture of the conflict’s early years.

Listeners will hear the urgency of President Wilson’s 1917 address to Congress, the grim reality of trench warfare described by those in the mud, and the strategic calculations of admirals planning the high‑seas showdown at Jutland. The narratives weave emotion with factual detail, allowing you to sense both the pressure on commanders and the daily hardships faced by soldiers and civilians alike. Though the volume stops before the war’s final chapters, it sets the groundwork for America’s entry and the broader global struggle that followed.