conditions in trenches

Question 1

describe trenches

Answer 1

two metre deep. wooden supports on either side. dug out where soldiers could rest

Question 2

what was no mans land?

Answer 2

the area between enemy trenches

Question 3

what was trench foot?

Answer 3

blistered feet that lost nerves and could need to be amputated. caused by soldiers not taking off their boots. it was very common

Question 4

what was shell shock

Answer 4

mental health condition. caused by constant explosions. soldiers were shot and accused of being cowardly at the time.

Question 5

what was the problem with lice?

Answer 5

soldiers clothes became infected with lice and this could spread a disease called trench fever. rats infested trenches because of dead bodies and food rations. soldiers would get bitten and be given the disease

Question 6

positives of trenches?

Answer 6

leisure time, letters and parcels