1916

1916 — The year that tested nations, leaders, and the limits of endurance.

1916 continues Melina Druga's vivid exploration of World War I through the headlines that shaped North America.

As the Great War grinds on, the year 1916 tests nations' resolve. In Canada, soldiers endure unimaginable losses at the Battle of the Somme where tanks debut and an entire generation is scarred. Meanwhile, across the border, Americans fiercely debate neutrality, nationalism and the re-election of President Woodrow Wilson who promises to "keep us out of the war."

Through authentic newspaper reports, Druga reveals how the press captured triumph and tragedy, hope and disillusionment, and how journalism shaped public perception of a world at war. From women's suffrage protests to political divisions and industrial mobilization, this powerful narrative exposes the struggles that united and divided two neighboring nations.

Part military chronicle and part media time capsule, 1916 offers readers an immersive look at history as it happened raw, emotional, and unfiltered. Ideal for fans of historical nonfiction, war reportage, and early 20th-century studies, this volume brings the voices of 1916 to life with authenticity and heart.