Module 19 Lesson 2 Flashcards
Europe Plunges Into War
What did Russia do that caused Germany to declare war on them?
They mobilized along Germany’s border
Why did Russia mobilize along Germany’s border?
They expected them to back Austria
When did Germany declare war on France and Russia?
August 1, 1914
What happened because Germany declared war?
Great Britain declared war on Germany
What were Germany, Austria, Bulgaria, and the Ottoman Empire called?
Central Powers
What were Great Britain, France, Russia, Japan, and Italy called?
The Allies
Who predicted that the war would last a long time?
Sir Edward Grey
What was the front in-between Germany and France called?
the Western Front
What was the front in-between Germany and Russia called?
the Eastern Front
What did the Schlieffen Plan consist of?
The Schlieffen Plan consisted of quickly attacking and defeating France in the west
and then quickly retreating to fight Russia in the east.
What was the most important event in WWI?
The Battle of the Marne
Why was the Battle of the Marne the most important event in WWI?
It ruined the Schlieffen Plan, taking away Germany’s quick victories and strategies.
What four new weapons were invented during this time?
- Poison Gas
- Machine Gun
- Tanks
- Fighter Planes
Why did the new weapons change warfare?
Enabled people to kill other people in high quantities more effectively
What new medical development came about during this time?
Prosthetics
What new warfare tactic came about?
Trench warfare
What was the space in between trenches called?
No Man’s Land
What did the Western Front become known as?
Terrian of Death
Who was the English poet killed in the trenches?
Wilfred Owen
When did death reach its peak in WWI?
1916
How many people were lost on each side during the Battle of the Somme?
Half a million
How did trench warfare affect the environment?
- People still find unexploded grenades in their fields
- Forests were destroyed to dig trenches
How many soldiers did Russia lose when fighting Germany?
More than 30,000 soldiers
Did Russia win against Austria?
Nope (won a few battles but ultimately lost)
What was Russia’s only asset when fighting?
Its great numbers
Why was it hard to fight Russia?
Its frozen lands
