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America Counts: Stories Behind the Numbers
The “War to End All Wars” came to an end on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918.
A year later on Nov. 11, 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the first Armistice Day, the precursor to what we now call Veterans Day. This commemoration was dedicated to the cause of world peace in honor of those who served in World War I.
Over 30 nations were at war between 1914 and 1918. World War I was the first truly modern war, with the introduction of air warfare and tanks, while 65 million troops worldwide fought in its battles.
The United States entered the war in 1917. Nearly 5 million men and women served our country during the conflict, with 116,516 lives lost.
The America Counts Team
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About America Counts
America Counts tells the stories behind the numbers in a new inviting way. It features stories on various topics such as families, housing, employment, business, education, the economy, emergency preparedness, and population. Contact our Public Information Office for media inquiries or interviews.
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