Era of the Great War - Scots on the Western Front Flashcards
What was the daily routine for infantry soldiers on the Western Front?
Monotonous, starting with ‘STAND TO’ at daybreak for inspection and guard duty
What was the common food for British soldiers during WW1?
- Bread
- Cheese
- PLUM & APPLE JAM
- Tins of Argentinian ‘BULLY BEEF’
What condition was recognized as ‘SHELL SHOCK’?
A nervous breakdown caused by the stress of warfare
What was NUMBER 1 FIELD PUNISHMENT?
Tying the offender to a gun carriage or wooden cross for several hours
What could happen to a soldier who fell asleep at his post?
He might be sentenced to DEATH BY FIRING SQUAD
What were the consequences of lice infestations for soldiers?
- Horrible itchy sores
- Outbreaks of TYPHUS
What was trench foot?
A condition caused by wet conditions leading to rotting flesh and potential amputation
What was Trench Mouth?
A painful condition with symptoms including bleeding gums and ulcers
What were the main problems caused by rats in the trenches?
- Infestation in sleeping areas
- Contamination of food supplies
What were the names of the gases developed by the Germans during WW1?
- Chlorine gas
- Phosgene gas
- Mustard gas
What was the role of the LEWIS GUN introduced in 1914?
Provided firepower equivalent to about 100 rifles
What was a significant feature of the VICKERS MACHINE GUN?
Water-cooled and could fire at 500 rounds per minute
What was the first tank developed in WW1 called?
‘Little Willie’
What was the outcome of the Battle of Cambrai in November 1917?
476 tanks advanced and drove the Germans from their trenches
List reasons why men volunteered for WWI.
- Lord Kitchener’s propaganda
- Fear of being accused of cowardice
- Belief it would be a short war
- Desire to ‘take the King’s shilling’
- Sense of adventure
- Patriotism
- Joining with friends in Pals battalions
