The Arms Race Flashcards
1
Q
In 1913 the French raised their conscription from 2 years to 3, how did they benefit from this?
A
This change of policy gave them more trained soldiers.
2
Q
Even though Russia had a bigger army, why was Germany’s more powerful?
A
Because Russia’s army was very badly equipped and the Germans took pride in their armed forces.
3
Q
Which country was on the only one to not introduce conscription by 1914?
A
Britain
4
Q
Why did each country build up there army’s?
A
They thought other countries would not attack if they had big armys
