Click on the link below and it will take you to a virtual map that will give you a quick two-minute overview of the effects of World War I.

This activity might not be viewable on your mobile device.Video segment. Assistance may be required.Series : History of Europe between the Two World Wars 1918-1942

Interactive exercise. Assistance may be required. After looking at the virtual map, respond to the questions below. Feel free to replay the animation in the map if that helps.

EUROPE BEFORE WORLD WAR I

A political map of Europe in 1914 featuring a larger Germany and Austria-Hungary

Source: FR-WW1-1914, Exec, Wikimedia

EUROPE AFTER WORLD WAR I

A political map of Europe in 1920 featuring a smaller Germany and Austria-Hungary broken up into many smaller countries.

Source: FR-WW1-1920, Exec, Wikimedia