Compiégne Armistice Ends World War I
Historical Significance
On November 11, 1918, a groundbreaking armistice agreement was signed between Germany and the Allied Powers in a railway carriage near Compiégne, France. This pivotal moment marked the official end of World War I.Background
World War I, a devastating global conflict that erupted in 1914, had engulfed most of the nations of Europe and beyond. The war had claimed millions of lives and caused unprecedented destruction.
Negotiations and Agreement
As the war progressed, both sides faced immense pressure and exhaustion. In late 1918, Germany approached the Allies to initiate peace negotiations. The negotiations were conducted in the railway carriage at Compiégne. On November 11, at 11:00 AM, the armistice agreement was formally signed.
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