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What was the primary advantage of the Short Magazine Lee Enfield Rifle Mk III during the Great War?
What was the primary advantage of the Short Magazine Lee Enfield Rifle Mk III during the Great War?
What role did zeppelins play during the Great War?
What role did zeppelins play during the Great War?
During the Battle of Tannenberg, what mistake did the Russian commander make?
During the Battle of Tannenberg, what mistake did the Russian commander make?
Which weapon caused the highest number of casualties on the Western Front during the Great War?
Which weapon caused the highest number of casualties on the Western Front during the Great War?
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What was a commonly favored close-combat option for soldiers in the trenches instead of using a bayonet?
What was a commonly favored close-combat option for soldiers in the trenches instead of using a bayonet?
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What was a significant advantage that Austria-Hungary had over Italy in the battles of Isonzo?
What was a significant advantage that Austria-Hungary had over Italy in the battles of Isonzo?
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What role did flamethrowers play in the Battle of Verdun?
What role did flamethrowers play in the Battle of Verdun?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the Vickers machine-gun?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the Vickers machine-gun?
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What was a common technique used by soldiers to keep the Vickers machine-gun cool during extended fire?
What was a common technique used by soldiers to keep the Vickers machine-gun cool during extended fire?
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Which of these characteristics made the Lewis Gun popular in the British Army?
Which of these characteristics made the Lewis Gun popular in the British Army?
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Study Notes
Air Warfare
- Airplanes and zeppelins were used for the first time in large-scale bombing campaigns.
- Zeppelins were used for bombing and reconnaissance.
- Airplanes were used to scout enemy territory.
- The Battle of Tannenberg was a German victory, stopping Russian advances.
- The Russian commander mistakenly ignored pilot warnings.
Rifles
- Rifles were the most common weapon.
- Improvements in rifle design led to more accurate shooting at greater ranges.
- The British Short Magazine Lee Enfield Rifle Mk III had a maximum range of 2,280 meters and effective range of 550 meters.
- A well-trained infantryman could fire 15 rounds per minute.
Artillery
- Artillery was the most destructive weapon on the Western Front.
- Artillery could rain down high explosives, shrapnel, and poison gas.
- Artillery could destroy troop concentrations and fortifications.
- The Battle of the Somme saw almost 1.8 million shells fired in a week.
- The German Paris gun shelled French cities from a long distance.
Tanks
- Tanks were a new military technology.
- Initial tanks were called "landships" and had mechanical issues.
- Tanks were used in the Battle of Cambrai in 1917.
- Tanks were used to cross barbed wire and protect soldiers against machine gun fire.
Chemical Warfare
- Chemical weapons were a significant new weapon.
- Gases such as chlorine were used.
- Mustard gas was also used.
- Chemical weapons caused significant casualties and injuries.
Machine Guns
- Machine guns were one of the deadliest weapons of the war.
- The Vickers machine gun was reliable and could fire over 600 rounds per minute.
- Machine guns were effective in fixed positions.
Grenades
- Grenades were ideal for trench warfare.
- Grenades could be thrown into enemy positions.
- Grenades could be dangerous if not handled correctly around trenches.
Submarines
- Submarines, called U-boats by the Germans were used.
- Submarines were used to attack enemy ships.
- Submarines played a key role in naval battles.
- Battle of Jutland featured large numbers of battleships, one of the largest naval battles in history.
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Test your knowledge about the military technology used during World War I, including air warfare, rifles, and artillery. Explore the impact of these advancements on battles and strategies employed by various nations. This quiz covers key facts and events that shaped aerial and ground combat in this significant historical period.
