history great war

• What year is referred to as the world of modern technology and culture?

  1914
• Why did France want to go to war in 1914?

  To reclaim territory taken by Germany
• What was Germany building that made Britain uncomfortable?

  A big navy
• Who was the Austro-Hungarian Archduke that was assassinated?

  Franz Ferdinand
• What happened when the Archduke's car was attacked?

  Bombs missed and hit officers instead
• What was the outcome of the Archduke's decision to visit the injured officers?

  He was shot by an assassin
• What did Austria-Hungary believe about Serbia after the assassination?

  That the Serbian government was involved
• Who did Austria-Hungary turn to for support before declaring war on Serbia?

  Germany
• What was Germany's plan regarding Russia and France?

  Defeat France quickly before Russia mobilizes
• What did Germany plan to do to avoid French defenses?

  March through Belgium
• How did Belgium respond to Germany's invasion?

  They fought back against the Germans
• What was Britain's reaction to Germany invading Belgium?

  Britain declared war on Germany
• What was the psychological effect of artillery bombardments on soldiers?

  Many soldiers became shell-shocked
• What was the main characteristic of trench warfare?

  Two opposing lines of trenches
• What did soldiers face when crossing no-man's land?

  Mud, shell craters, and barbed wire
• What was the result of the Allies' counter-attack after the German retreat?

  Both sides dug into defensive positions
• What conditions did soldiers endure in the trenches?

  Corpses, mud, rats, and disease
• What were the key events leading to the outbreak of World War I?

  • Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
  • Austria-Hungary's declaration of war on Serbia
  • Germany's support for Austria-Hungary
  • Russia's support for Serbia
  • Involvement of Britain and France
• What were the main features of trench warfare during World War I?

  • Two opposing lines of trenches
  • No-man's land in between
  • Heavy artillery bombardments
  • Psychological impact on soldiers
  • High casualty rates for minimal territorial gain
• What were the living conditions like for soldiers in the trenches?

  • Mud and waterlogged trenches
  • Presence of corpses and rats
  • Spread of disease
  • Horrific smells and unsanitary conditions
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