Lesson 4: Events Of The War - Overview Flashcards
1
Q
What happened in August 1914?
A
Germany invaded France through Belgium, using the Schlieffen Plan
2
Q
The German attack was forced back at what battle?
A
The Battle of the Marne
3
Q
For the next four years, the war on the Western Front consisted of a deadly stalemate. What battles were key events that opponents used to wear each other down?
A
- Verdun - 1916
- Somme - 1916
- Passchendaele - 1917
4
Q
Who entered the war in 1917?
A
America (United States)
5
Q
Before the Americans could join the war, Germany tried a final assault in 1918. Did it work?
A
No :-D
6
Q
What happened two months later?
A
Germany signed the Armistice (11/11/1918)
