Who/When/Where
Where was the Battle of Verdun fought?
Verdun.
Why did Germany start the war?
Germany wanted to essentially bleed France dry of its resources.
Approximately how many people died in the Battle of Verdun?
700 000.
What is the Battle of Verdun most known for?
Being the longest battle in modern history.
Which two countries fought in the Battle of Verdun?
France and Germany.
What broad kind of battle/war did the Battle of Verdun exemplify? (Hint: the letter A)
What relatively new technology was used in the Battle of Verdun?
Tanks.
What battle was somewhat caused by the Battle of Verdun?
The Battle of the Somme.
Who initiated the Battle of Verdun?
Germany.
Why was Verdun important to Germany?
It threatened German telephone lines as a salient in the French lines, would enable German control over surrounding area with its height, and would highly affect French morale if taken.
What are some weapons that were used during the Battle of Verdun?
Rifle grenades, light machine guns, mortars, light field guns, flamethrowers.
How was the battle significant to the Triple Entente's victory?
How long did the Battle of Verdun last?
Nearly a year.
Why was Verdun important to France?
It was a strong fortress and a strategically important link in the Allied lines, as well as holding much cultural weight.
What was the extent of the territorial change after the battle?
No.
How was the battle significant to Germany?
It was an absolute failure at a time Germany could not afford to fail, meant to weaken France but instead weakening itself even more. It also lost them huge amounts of troops.
When did the Battle of Verdun start? (Accurate to the month)
Feb. 1916.
What strategy was employed by Germany during the battle?
Germany had extensive use of heavy artillery.
How many shells did Germany employ during the war?
2.5 million.
How was the battle significant to France?
It completely decimated nine French villages and wiped them off the map, as well as killing a huge amount of French men.