Basic information Flashcards
What year did world war 1 begin?
1914
What event triggered the start of world war 1?
The assassination of archduke Franz ferdinand of Austria Hungary on June 28,1914
Which countries were part of the allied powers in WW1?
france, Britain, Russia, italy, and later the united states, among others.
Which countries were part of the central powers in WW1?
Germany, Austria Hungary, ottoman empire, and bulgaria.
What major technological advancements were used in WW1?
Tanks, airplanes, poison gas, machine guns, and submarines.
What was the name of the peace treaty that ended WW1?
The Treaty of Versailles, signed in 1919.
What was “trench warfare”?
A type of combat where shoulders fight from deep trenches, leading to long, drawn out battles with heavy casualties.
how many soldiers died in WW1?
An estimated 10 million military deaths, along with 7 million civilian deaths.
Who was the leader of germany during WW1?
Kaiser Wilhelm II
What was the conscription crisis in canada?
canadian government introduced compulsory military service forcing men to join the war, causing protests, especially in quebec.
What was “no man’s land”?
A barren area between opposing trenches, often heavily guarded and dangerous to cross.
Why did canadians protest the conscription crisis of 1917?
Many french canadians opposed the conscription because they felt no connection to the war and resented the government policies.
What was the reasoning for ypres
test out weapons
what was the reasoning for somme?
End trench warfare
What was the reasoning for vimy?
Gain back the ridge
What was the reasoning for paschendale?
Breakthrough to take germany coastline
