“Modern war technology had changed the course of civilization. Millions had been killed, gassed, maimed, or starved. Famine and disease
continued to rage through central Europe, taking countless lives. Because
of rapid technological advances in every area, the nature of warfare had
changed forever, affecting soldiers, airmen, sailors, and civilians alike." A.
Torrey McLean How did industrialization and mechanization impact World
War I? *
The war was shortened and limited to smaller battles
The war became deadlier and more difficult to fight
Casualties were reduced for both the Allies and Central Powers
Nearly every nation dropped out of the war within two years