What is the name of Thailand’s national army?
The Royal Thai Army.
What year did World War I begin?
1914
What do soldiers use to protect their heads?
A helmet.
Who was King Naresuan famous for fighting against?
The Burmese.
Which countries were part of the Allies in WWI? (Name two)
France and the United Kingdom.
What is a “sergeant”?
A mid-level officer in the army.
In which century did Thailand begin modernizing its military?
The 19th century (1800s).
What kind of warfare was common in WWI?
Trench warfare.
What does a “medic” do in the military?
They help and treat wounded soldiers.
What was the main reason Thailand joined World War II on Japan’s side?
To avoid invasion and keep independence.
What event caused the U.S. to join the war?
The sinking of the Lusitania and the Zimmerman Telegram.
What is a “tank”?
A heavy armored vehicle with a large gun.
What is the name of Thailand’s elite special forces unit?
The Royal Thai Army Special Warfare Command.
Which empire collapsed after WWI?
The Austro-Hungarian Empire.
What is a "recon mission"?
A secret mission to collect information.