Questions and Answers
What is poison gas?
Trench warfare involved opposing armies digging miles of parallel trenches.
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What was the function of machine guns in WWI?
Fired ammunition automatically and could wipe out waves of attackers.
How were airplanes used in WWI?
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What was the primary weapon of submarines introduced in WWI?
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Study Notes
Poison Gas
- Introduced by Germany, later adopted by both sides in WWI.
- Capable of causing severe injuries, including blindness, blisters, and suffocation leading to death.
Trench Warfare
- Characterized by extensive networks of parallel trenches dug by opposing armies on the Western Front.
- Resulted in high casualty rates with minimal territorial gains, illustrating the stalemate of the conflict.
Machine Guns
- Automated weaponry that significantly increased firepower on the battlefield.
- Made it challenging for infantry to advance due to the potential for mass casualties.
Airplanes
- Utilized for bomb dropping and aerial combat by both sides.
- Enhanced reconnaissance capabilities, allowing for easier locating of enemy positions.
Submarines
- First effectively used in combat by Germany in 1914.
- Primarily armed with torpedoes, which served as underwater missiles targeting enemy ships.
Tanks
- Armored vehicles introduced by the British in 1916.
- Designed to traverse varied terrain using chain tracks, thus providing mobility in trench warfare environments.
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Explore the new and devastating weaponry introduced during World War I with these flashcards. Learn about poison gas, trench warfare, and machine guns that changed the nature of conflict forever. Each card provides essential definitions and historical context.
