The Great War P9 Flashcards
0
Q
Who was the German Chief of Staff after Moltke retired?
A
General Erick Von Falkenhayn
1
Q
Who resigned after the First Battle of the Marne?
A
Moltke, Kluck, & 32 Other German Officers
2
Q
What was the new German war strategy under General Falkenhayn?
A
Outflank the French on the Western Front
3
Q
Trench Warfare emerged during what series of battles?
A
“Race to the Sea”
4
Q
The first trenches stretched from _____ to _______.
A
English Channel to Belgium
5
Q
What battle started after the trenches were dug?
A
First Battle of Ypres
6
Q
Who played a major role at the First Battle of Ypres?
A
BEF
7
Q
How did the Belgians stop the Germans from invading the coastline during the First Battle of Ypres?
A
Opening Sluice Gates of Yser River
8
Q
What front saw the most territory exchanged?
A
Eastern Front
