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World War I: The Role of the United States

Although the United States joined the war three years after the initial conflict had begun, the additional power the Americans provided helped bring victory to the Allied cause.


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20th Century Battlefields: 1918 Western Front 1

20th Century Battlefields: 1918 Western Front 1 (3:30)

In a last bid for victory before American troops can tip the balance, the Germans stage a massive blitzkrieg-like attack against the British lines. Learn more about World War I in this video.

20th Century Battlefields: 1918 Western Front 2

20th Century Battlefields: 1918 Western Front 2 (3:35)

In the first major American action of the war, US Marines take on a tenacious German defense in the Battle of Belleau Wood. Learn more about World War I in this video.

World War I: Taxes, and Liberty Bonds

World War I: Taxes, and Liberty Bonds (1:04)

Daylight Savings Time was implemented to save energy while Liberty Bonds were, in essence, a loan to the government.

World War I: Raising Money and Control

World War I: Raising Money and Control (2:21)

President Wilson appointed economist Bernard Baruch to find ways to raise money for the military.

World War I: African-Americans

World War I: African-Americans (0:45)

Though kept segregated from the white soldiers, African Americans served with honor in American Army.

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Sinking of the Lusitania: The World Reacts

Sinking of the Lusitania: The World Reacts (2:17)

In this clip from the Discovery Channel special "Sinking of the Lusitania," the world reacts to the sinking of the British ship.

Sinking of the Lusitania: Panic on Deck

Sinking of the Lusitania: Panic on Deck (4:40)

In this clip from the Discovery Channel special "Sinking of the Lusitania," massive damage on the starboard side dooms the ship and most of the passengers.

Sinking of the Lusitania: Fateful Decisions

Sinking of the Lusitania: Fateful Decisions (2:27)

In this video segment from the Discovery Channel special "Sinking of the Lusitania," the British Navy chooses a dangerous path while U-boat officers debate attacking a passenger ship.

Sinking of the Lusitania: A Torpedo Strikes Home

Sinking of the Lusitania: A Torpedo Strikes Home (4:51)

In this clip from the Discovery Channel special "Sinking of the Lusitania," the liner's captain unknowingly turns in to the U-boat's path, setting up the fatal strike.

Spytek: Weapons Made by Office of Strategic Services

Spytek: Weapons Made by Office of Strategic Services (1:45)

Keith Melton, espionage historian, discusses the unique weapons created by the Office of Strategic Services during World War II on Discovery Channel's "Spytek."

Assignment Discovery: Beginning of World War I

Assignment Discovery: Beginning of World War I (3:01)

In 1914, European countries were having a rise in nationalism and militarism which led to an arms race. Then, the assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand led to the start of World War I. Learn more in Discovery Channel's "Assignment Discovery."

Assignment Discovery: America Enters World War I

Assignment Discovery: America Enters World War I (2:05)

During World War I, America tried to remain neutral. However, once German submarines began attacking shipments from America, the United States declared war. Learn more about America entering World War I on Discovery Channel's "Assignment Discovery."

Heroes of World War I: Post Test and Bonus Questions

Heroes of World War I: Post Test and Bonus Questions (2:06)

The answers to the bonus questions are given in this video and viewers are asked to identify the photographs of the World War I figures presented in the first clip of the "Heroes of World War I" section.

Heroes of World War I: Billy Mitchell

Heroes of World War I: Billy Mitchell (4:55)

Billy Mitchell led the first large-scale bombing raid against Germany, but his outspoken nature and critical remarks against the U.S. government eventually led to a court-martial.

Heroes of World War I: American General

Heroes of World War I: American General (4:42)

General John J. Pershing, renown for his successful campaigns during the Indian Wars and against Pancho Villa, led the American Expeditionary Force in World War I.