On 14 August 1917, in the midst of the First World War's global turmoil, China officially entered the conflict by declaring war on Germany and Austria-Hungary.
This significant move marked a shift in China's foreign policy, which had previously been characterized by a stance of neutrality.
The decision was motivated by a combination of factors, including the desire to secure a seat at the post-war peace conference and to reclaim control over territories in Shandong that had been seized by Germany.
China's declaration was a strategic manoeuvre that aligned the nation with the Allied powers, setting the stage for its participation in shaping the post-war order.
