Nicholas Trierweiler
World War I started in 1914 and took place in Europe, Africa and the Middle East. This was a war that lasted four years and three months. Many people also recognize this war as the 'Great War' because of all the casualties, people missing, and people that were wounded. During the 'Great War' there were about 40 million casualties.

Nick Trierweiler was one of the 40 million killed during the war. Nick was born in Richfield, Wisconsin on June 2, 1898, but lived in Marshfield. Nick served overseas during this battle and sacrificed his life for us, at the age of 30. Before Trierweiler left to serve our country, he was involved in the cement business. he worked hand in hand with his brothers, before he answered the call to arms.

Nick left for war on August 5th, 1914, and served in Co. A, the 128th infantry, 32nd Division. Nick Trierweiler was killed August 5th, 1918. He was killed in the line of duty in France, and is now buried in Marshfield, Wisconsin. Nick Trierweiler was buried under the auspices of the American Legion Post.

World War I was a tough time for many families. Men of all ages left and as they went, the women had to fill in the men's positions. This put a lot of stress on the ones left behind. The women had to do their own jobs, plus the men's and still take care of the children. Nothing was harder that when they got the news that their grandpa, dad, brother, husband or son had been killed in the war.

This war finally ended on November 11th, 1918. Along with the loss of so many lives, the war cost the United States about 35 million dollars. The result of this war is that it was an allied victory. It was the end of the German, Russian, Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian Empires. It was also the establishment of seven new countries.

Thank you, Mr. Trierweiler for your sacrifice. We were very lucky to have men like you to protect us.

Erica Langholff, Student
East Junior High, Wisconsin Rapids