unit 1 ww1 Flashcards
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What is militarism?
The belief that a country should maintain and readily use strong armed forces.
Define alliances in the context of World War I.
Formal agreement or treaty between two or more nations to cooperate for a specific purpose.
What does imperialism refer to?
A policy of extending a country’s power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or other means.
What is nationalism?
A patriotic feeling, often to an obsessive degree, advocacy of a nation.
What event sparked World War I?
The assassination of Austrian Franz Ferdinand and his wife by Gavrilo Princip.
Which organization was Gavrilo Princip a part of?
The Black Hand.
Who were the Central Powers in World War I?
Germany (Wilhelm II), Austria-Hungary (Franz Joseph), Italy (Victor Emmanuel).
Who were the Allies during World War I?
Britain (George V), France (Georges Clemenceau), Canada (Robert Borden), Russia (Nicholas II).
When did the Battle of Somme take place?
In the fall of 1916.
Who was in charge of the Battle of Somme?
Douglas Haig.
What was significant about the first day of the Battle of Somme?
19,420 British soldiers died.
What were the casualties for Canadian soldiers at the Battle of Somme?
24,000 Canadian casualties.
When did the Battle of Vimy Ridge occur?
In April 1917.
What was a key strategic advantage for Germany at Vimy Ridge?
They had the high ground, overlooking the surrounding area.
Who was the first Canadian commander in charge of Canadians at Vimy Ridge?
Arthur Currie.
What strategy did Arthur Currie use at Vimy Ridge?
Creeping Barrage.
What were the Canadian casualties at the Battle of Vimy Ridge?
Approximately 10,000 Canadian casualties.
What type of gas was used in the Battle of Ypres?
Chlorine gas.
When did the Battle of Passchendaele take place?
In the fall of 1917.
What term describes the area between enemy trenches?
No man’s land.
What is ‘going over the top’?
Leaping out of a trench to charge in battle.
What does ‘shell shock’ refer to?
A physical injury to the nervous system due to post-traumatic stress disorder.
What is trench foot?
Bacterial infection which swells off your feet.
Name one type of aircraft used by the British in WWI.
The Sopwith Camel.
