Trench Warfare in World War One - 4 Flashcards
(10 cards)
What was the purpose of trench warfare in WWI?
To provide soldiers protection from enemy fire and allow them to hold ground.
What is “No man’s land”?
The dangerous, exposed land between opposing trenches.
Why was trench warfare so deadly?
Because of machine gun fire, artillery, and constant exposure to enemy attacks.
What were duckboards used for in the trenches?
To prevent soldiers from sinking into mud and water.
What was a “dugout” in trench systems?
A hole in the trench wall where soldiers could shelter or sleep.
What role did periscopes play in trenches?
They allowed soldiers to observe enemy positions without exposing themselves.
What is a “fire step”?
A step built into the trench wall for soldiers to stand on and shoot over the top.
What dangers did soldiers face in trenches besides enemy fire?
Mud, cold, wet conditions, and risk of disease or gas attacks.
What were some key trench features shown in the image?
Barbed wire, dugouts, sandbags, fire steps, periscopes, and communication wires.
What was the soldier’s mental state often like in the trenches?
Constant stress, fear, and readiness for sudden death.
