Combat in WW1:

Question 1

Trench Warfare:

Answer 1

This demonstrated how warfare had severely changed. There was now artillery fire, which was one of the most deadly weapons in the war. Because of this, troops dug trenches for protection against them. If even one soldier were to leave the trench for even five seconds, it would result in death. Machine guns were also used.

Question 2

Gas at Ypres:

Answer 2

Germany started to use a gas known as Clorine gas. It was very fatal, and even a breath of it could result in suffocation. People described it as drowning but without the water. 1,100 americans were killed because of it at Ypres

Question 3

VPK camera:

Answer 3

Americans used this in their time in war to record their wartime experiences. It was also called the Soldier’s Camera.

Question 4

Convoys:

Answer 4

Convoys were a group of ships used for protection and military purposes.

Question 5

Russia leaves war:

Answer 5

Russia ended up leaving the war because of the Russian Revolution (a war between the communists and non-communists)

Question 6

General Pershing:

Answer 6

General Pershing, or otherwise known as Black Jack, was a American army officer who let American troops to victory against the Central Powers in 1918.

Question 7

The Battle of Argonne Forest:

Answer 7

Americans played a major role in this battle, pushing the Germans troops back. This was one of the largest attacks in American History. The attack began in September 26, 1918

Question 8

Alvin York:

Answer 8

He was a Medal of Honor for killing 9-25 Germans after their attack. He imprisoned 132 Germans.

Question 9

Eddie Rickenbacker:

Answer 9

Before joining the war, he was a racecar driver. He fought 134 air battles and shot down 26 German aircrafts (and shot down 7 single handedly). Eventually, he was awarded the medal of honor.

Question 10

Harlem Hellfighters:

Answer 10

The were the first ever African American troops to be sent to France. Initially, they were used to do the dirty work, but them started “real” training for war. France ended up treating them better.

Question 11

Treaty of Versailles:

Answer 11

It was the treaty that ended WW1. This treaty was saying to Germany that they should take the blame for the war. They also ended up owing the allies over a billion dollars. Asia and Africa were not granted independence

Question 12

The 14 points:

Answer 12

These were used by President Wilson to establishing “everlasting peace” with all the countries involved in war (except Russia).

Question 13

National Self-Determination:

Answer 13

To support the right of oppressed minorities to self determination

Question 14

League of Nations:

Answer 14

Global organization to promote international cooperation and peace.

Question 15

Why did the U.S reject the treaty

Answer 15

-health of Wilson
-Wilson didn’t take senators’ objections into account