WW1 Flashcards
What were the reasons that men went to War?
Not wanting to be seen as a coward
Wanting to protect family and make them proud
Wanting to be a hero
PAL Battalions
Wanting a sense of adventure
Patriotism (Loyalty to Country)
Pressure from Women
Hatred of Germany
What were some of the jobs that Women had to take up in WW1
Ambulance Driver
Builder
Farmer
Window Cleaner
Shop keeper
Train Conducter
Train Driver
Police Force
Munitions factory
What were the main causes of WW1?
Alliances
Naval Race
Assassination or Franz Ferdinand
Kaiser Wilhelm II wanting a bigger empire than France and Britain
What were conscientious objectors? (Conchies)
An individual who has claimed the right to refuse to perform military service on the grounds of freedom of thought, conscience, political or ethical beliefs, or religion.
What was DORA + aims and what did it stand for?
DORA- Defence of the Realm Act
Aims- Keep morale high in England so families wouldn’t worry and would continue supporting the war. Censor letters home to not reveal military tactics or strategies.
