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What primary tactical advantage did grenades offer in trench warfare?
What primary tactical advantage did grenades offer in trench warfare?
- They could be used to create diversions for larger infantry assaults.
- They provided a long-range attack option against fortified positions.
- They were effective at destroying enemy artillery positions.
- They allowed soldiers to attack and clear enemy trenches before entering them. (correct)
The term grenade is derived from which language?
The term grenade is derived from which language?
- Latin
- French (correct)
- German
- English
How long after the pin was removed would a grenade explode?
How long after the pin was removed would a grenade explode?
- 10-12 seconds
- 1-2 seconds
- 4-7 seconds (correct)
- Instantly
Who were the first to realize the usefulness of the hand held bombs?
Who were the first to realize the usefulness of the hand held bombs?
What is 'shrapnel' in the context of a hand grenade?
What is 'shrapnel' in the context of a hand grenade?
What was the main purpose of using grenades in large numbers during trench warfare?
What was the main purpose of using grenades in large numbers during trench warfare?
What hazard did soldiers face when crossing 'no-man's land' to attack enemy trenches with grenades?
What hazard did soldiers face when crossing 'no-man's land' to attack enemy trenches with grenades?
What effect did shrapnel from exploding grenades have on soldiers in close proximity?
What effect did shrapnel from exploding grenades have on soldiers in close proximity?
In the context of trench warfare, how did grenades alter the dynamics of close-quarters combat?
In the context of trench warfare, how did grenades alter the dynamics of close-quarters combat?
What challenges might soldiers face when using grenades in the close confines of trenches?
What challenges might soldiers face when using grenades in the close confines of trenches?
Flashcards
Grenade etymology?
Grenade etymology?
The origin of the word 'grenade'.
Who realized grenade utility?
Who realized grenade utility?
The first to understand how useful small hand held bombs would be in the trenches.
What is shrapnel?
What is shrapnel?
Razor-sharp metal pieces from a grenade explosion.
Grenade explosion time?
Grenade explosion time?
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Grenade trench warfare?
Grenade trench warfare?
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Study Notes
- The word grenade comes from the french word for pomegranate.
- The Germans realized hand held bombs would be useful in trenches.
- Soon all sides used them in large numbers to clear out enemy trenches.
- "Bombing parties" would sneak across no-mans land with bags of grenades
- Grenades explode 4-7 seconds after the pin is pulled.
- The metal shatters into razor sharp bits of shrapnel when detonated.
- Shrapnel causes horrific injuries to any soldier standing close by.
- Grenades were ideal for attacking trenches, as they can kill or injure enemies before soldiers jump into the enemy trench.
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