The outcomes of the events surrounding World War I included significant political, social, and economic changes worldwide. The war led to the collapse of empires such as the Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian Empires, paving the way for new nations. The Treaty of Versailles imposed heavy reparations on Germany, fueling resentment and instability. Additionally, the war spurred advancements in technology and warfare tactics. Socially, it catalyzed movements for women’s rights and revealed the harsh realities of war to the public, eventually leading to the Great Depression and the rise of radical ideologies in the interwar period.