The impact of World War I on the socio-political landscape of Europe was profound and transformative. The war resulted in the collapse of empires, including the Austro-Hungarian, Ottoman, and Russian Empires, leading to the emergence of new nations and redrawn borders. Socially, the war spurred significant changes in gender roles as women entered the workforce in greater numbers while men fought at the front. Politically, it sowed the seeds for revolutions, including the Russian Revolution, and gave rise to extremist movements. The Treaty of Versailles, which ended the war, also imposed punitive reparations on Germany, creating lasting tensions.