Chapter 1 (Part 3) Disagree Mud... Flashcards
The officers cared about the soldiers. I know this because…
Soldiers got: A lot food, Clothing and Accommodation
How good was the British army’s sanitation?
The British army had the lowest casualty rate from diseases of any other armies.
How much time did the soldiers spend upfront in the trench?
Very little time as they had a rota.
How long were the soldiers in the direct firing line for?
2-3 days
What are the chances of being wounded?
A 50:50 chance
How many soldiers altogether were killed?
1 in 12
How much time did soldiers spend behind the front line?
60% of their time
What did they do Behring the front line?
Smoke cigarettes and drink alcohol
There were farms and cottages near the battlefield. What did the soldiers have access to?
Food, hot water and clean uniforms
How good was the treatment in the British army?
Very good
What were the death rates like in towns and cities in Britain?
High
How many generals were killed or wounded?
Over 200
What percent of soldiers were killed?
12%
What percent of officers were killed?
17%
