Battle of Somme
How far did the allies advance into Germany territory?
6 miles deep over 20 miles
What is the most deadly weapon of ww1?
What did the British artillery fail to do before the assault that contributed to failed charges in no-man’s land?
Destroy Barbed Wire
What medical development was invented during ww1?
Blood Banks
What is attrition warfare?
Military strategy of wearing the enemy down through personnel and material
How many people died as a result of the Battle of the Somme? How long did the Battle of the Somme last? 100 points per question
Approx. 1.1 million, Lasted 5 months
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Why did the British artillery not inflict heavy casualties on the Germany forces? Name two reasons. 100 points per answer
They were in 10-foot-deep dugouts, also British artillery was faulty
What is a common practice nowadays that was invented in germany?
DayLight Savings
How did the Britain’s mindset change before the Battle of the Somme? How did they perceive the aftermath of the Battle of the Somme in 1916? How is it perceived now?
Lots of belief; As a success; As reckless with too many casualties
How did the primary objective of this offensive change from February to June 1916? Why did it change?
From France and Britain making a push into the territory Germany took (from France and Belgium) to a British-led assault relieving pressure from Verdun and helping Russia
What types of gases did they use
Tear Gas, Mustard Gas, Chlorasine Gas
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What was a development that is used in trench coats from ww1?
Zippers
How did the war negatively impact Germany? How did it negatively impact Britain and France?
Clue: Effects 100
Attrition warfare took away experience soldiers from Germany and wore out its supplies; Britain and France suffered heavy, heavy casualties
Name two things the British did as preparation for their assault prior to July 1st. 200 points per answer
Artillery strikes and plant mines in German territory
What types of machine guns did they use?
Maxim MG08
How many separate lines were the trenches organized into? What were the names of each line? 200 points per question
3 lines; Fire, support, reserve
What is a development made for planes?
Air Traffic Control
Which of the three armies gained valuable experience from the Battle of the Somme? Which of the three armies lost trained men?
Britain’s army gained valuable experience whereas Germany lost experience men
What was an issue regarding the timing of artillery strikes that led to Britain’s assault not going as planned? 100 points for answer, 500 for explanation
Communication; Commanders did not know where to bomb and set a timetable instead, leading to not being able to support their troops
What were the three main rifles used in ww1
Winchester M1897 trench gun, a 1917 Lee–Enfield and Springfield 1903 rifle
How deep were phone lines to prevent them from being broken?
6 feet underground
What is a common fashion item worn by everyone that was developed during ww1?
Watches
Which side do you believe won the war? Explain your thinking.