l i f e i n t h e t r e n c h e s Flashcards
1
Q
What proportion of allied casualties occurred in a trench?
A
1/3
2
Q
Name 3 animals that were in the trench
A
Rats, frogs and lice
3
Q
How much leave to go home does a soldier get a year?
A
2 weeks
4
Q
What is morning hate?
A
Firing weapons against no particular target
5
Q
Name 3 things used as a toilet
A
Bucket, biscuit tin and a shell crater
6
Q
How long would a period of sentry duty last?
A
2 hours
7
Q
What would happen if British patrols and German patrols encountered each other?
A
They would just go on their way and avoid each other
8
Q
At what time of day did most activities in the trenches take place?
A
Night
