Mark Shiffer
Mark is a freelance writer specializing in various historical topics. He has a bachelor's degree in History and is currently studying for a master's degree.
Articles by Mark Shiffer
The Extraordinary Story of the Christmas Truce of 1914 (WWI)During the first Christmas of WWI, fighting on the Western Front briefly halted to celebrate the holiday. The event is known as the Christmas Truce.
The Central Powers vs. The Allies in World War IIn World War I, some of the world’s largest powers faced off in a grueling test of strength and will that lasted more than four years.
In World War I, some of the world’s largest powers faced off in a grueling test of strength and will that lasted more than four years.
The Weapons Revolution of World War I That Changed EverythingCombatants in World War I witnessed a weapons revolution. New technologies such as tanks and airplanes gave armies powerful weaponry with new strategic possibilities.
Combatants in World War I witnessed a weapons revolution. New technologies such as tanks and airplanes gave armies powerful weaponry with new strategic possibilities.