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What impact did the delay of the German forces have on the British Expeditionary Force?
The delay allowed the British to organize and free the Channel ports for their landing.
How close did the Germans get to Paris before their advance slowed?
The Germans penetrated to within twenty miles of Paris.
What was the significance of the Battle of the Marne for the Germans?
The Battle of the Marne ruined the Schlieffen Plan and dashed hopes for a quick victory over France.
In what manner did the Russian military actions in 1914 contribute to their setbacks?
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What was the state of Russian forces by the end of 1914 regarding equipment availability?
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What effect did the entry of Turkey into the war have on Russia?
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How did the Serbs contribute positively for the Allies at the end of 1914?
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What characterized the military situation in the west by 1915?
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What were the initial casualties for British troops on the first day of the attack?
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Despite the heavy losses, what was the main reason Haig continued the attack?
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What was the extent of the limited advances made by the Allies along the 30-mile front?
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What criticism did Haig and other Allied generals face regarding their tactics?
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How did the Battle of the Somme contribute to British leadership at the time?
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What metaphor did a German officer use to describe the British army during this period?
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What were the consequences of the Allied morale blow mentioned in the content?
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What was historian W.J. Laffin's view of Haig's leadership during World War I?
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How did Haig eventually respond to the unprecedented challenges on the western front?
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What were the main goals of the Franco-British force landing at Salonika?
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What was the outcome for the British army sent to protect oil interests in Mesopotamia?
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What territorial ambitions did Italy have when declaring war on Austria-Hungary?
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What was the significance of the battles of Verdun and Somme in 1916?
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How did General Falkenhayn intend to use the attack on Verdun?
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What was the outcome of the attacks in the Battle of the Somme?
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What was the impact of the Italians' lack of progress in the war?
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What were the significant contributions of David Lloyd George to the British war effort during World War I?
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How did the events of 1916 impact the German military, particularly in terms of losses?
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What was the significance of the Brusilov Offensive in 1916?
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What measures did Lloyd George implement to improve British wartime logistics?
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What was the public expectation regarding naval battles during World War I?
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How did Germany's naval capabilities compare to Britain's during World War I?
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What was the role of the convoy system during World War I?
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What impact did the Romanian invasion have on the strategic situation in 1916?
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How did the German High Seas Fleet's actions change after the Battle of Jutland?
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What was the significance of the Battle of Jutland in 1916?
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What impact did American protests have on the German submarine campaign?
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What was the aim of Germany's 'unrestricted' submarine warfare strategy initiated in January 1917?
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What was the peak of German success during the 'unrestricted' submarine warfare campaign?
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How did the British Admiralty respond to the threat posed by German U-boats?
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What tactical maneuver did German Admiral von Scheer perform during the Battle of Jutland?
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What consequences did the British blockade have on Germany during World War I?
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Study Notes
The Battle of the Marne
- Ruined the Schlieffen Plan
- Germans were forced to dig trenches
- One of the most decisive battles in modern history
The Eastern Front
- Russians quickly mobilized but then invaded both Austria and Germany, which proved unsuccessful.
- Germany defeated Russia at the Battle of Tannenburg and the Masurian Lakes.
- The Russians lost vast equipment and ammunition.
- By 1914, one-third of the Russian army was without rifles.
- The outlook for Russia was bleak after Turkey entered the war.
- Serbia successfully repelled an Austrian invasion at the end of 1914.
1915
- The war in the west reached a stalemate, marked by trench warfare.
- The attempt to break the trench line failed and resulted in heavy casualties.
- The attempt to relieve Serbia by Allied forces at Salonika was unsuccessful.
- Bulgaria’s entry into the war led to Serbia’s occupation.
- British troops in Mesopotamia faced setbacks and were captured at Kut-el-Amara.
- Italy entered the war against Austria-Hungary to seize Italian-speaking provinces.
- The Allies hoped Italy would distract Austria-Hungary.
- Italy made little progress and ultimately did not help Russia.
1916
- The Western Front witnessed two critical battles: Verdun and the Somme.
- Verdun, a French fortress, was attacked by Germany in an attempt to draw out French troops and secure victory. The French held the line, but suffered heavy losses.
- The Battle of the Somme aimed to relieve pressure on Verdun, extend Allied lines, and divert German attention from the Eastern Front.
- The battle began disastrously for Britain, with massive casualties.
- The battle continued for months, with limited progress.
- The battle significantly impacted German morale, demonstrating Britain’s strength.
- The Allied generals faced criticism for their tactics.
- German losses at Verdun and the Somme weakened their position.
- British Prime Minister Asquith resigned, facing criticism over the tactics.
- David Lloyd George replaced Asquith as Prime Minister.
- Lloyd George implemented dynamic strategies to improve the Allied war effort.
- Lloyd George introduced new weapons like the tank, centralized production, and established a war cabinet.
- In the east, Russia launched a successful offensive, capturing prisoners and equipment.
- Romania’s invasion of Austria was unsuccessful, leading to Germany’s occupation and seizure of resources.
War at Sea
- Public expectations for major naval battles did not materialize.
- Both sides were cautious, fearing the loss of their fleets.
- The British admiral Jellicoe was particularly cautious.
- Germany had a smaller fleet than Britain.
- The Battle of Jutland, the only major naval clash, ended indecisively.
- Germany attempted to lure out and destroy part of the British fleet but failed.
- Germany opted for unrestricted submarine warfare to disrupt British supply lines.
- The submarine campaign was initially effective, imposing economic pressure on Britain.
- Lloyd George introduced a convoy system to protect merchant ships and mitigate the submarine threat.
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Explore the critical battles and events of World War I, focusing on the Battle of the Marne and the Eastern Front. Discover how the war evolved with trench warfare and the impact on nations involved. This quiz will test your knowledge of significant moments that shaped the course of modern history.