w and b 3 Flashcards
Name two battles of the Seven Years War, and where were they?
The Battle of Plassey, India and the Battle of Quiberon Bay, Canada
Which French king supported the Americans against Britain in the American War of Independence? Who was the American leader?
King Louis XVI, George Washington
After the Napoleonic War, what reactions were there in Britain?
Establishment of Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square, poverty (after cost of war) which led to failed revolts in
England including Peterloo in 1819
What technology was used by journalists in the Crimean War and how did it help to change attitudes to the war in Britain?
The Telegraph, it was used to send messages to journalists in England so that they could print stories in the newspapers the next day
Why were the British involved in the Boer War? What style of fighting did the Boers take up?
Diamonds, Guerrilla fighting
In the World Wars: What is Total War? What was DORA and name an impact of both Wars on Britain
Total War is where the whole country is at war and civilians are at as much risk as the military.
DORA was the Defence of the Realm Act, which was a restriction of freedoms to help support the war effort, it included things such increased censorship, reduced hours for pubs, British Summer Time.
The First World War led to the Representation of the People Act - Women were able to vote for the first time. The desire to build homes ‘fit for heroes’
The Second World War led to the defeat of the Conservatives in the General Election and the establishment of the
NHS in 1948 to help defeat the 5 Giant Evils as identified during the war.
What was the government’s reaction to help keep British people safe during the Cold War?
Set up of the Civil Defence, building of bunkers, propaganda
What was incident in which the British Army killed numerous Nationalists during the Troubles called?
Bloody Sunday
What did Tony Blair claim was the reason for going to war in Iraq?
Weapons of Mass Destruction (W.M.D.) - Chemical, Nuclear, Biological weapons
Why does Modern Terrorism have such a direct and psychological impact on Britain that was only present in the Second World War in modern warfare?
Anyone was potential target, it was never known where or when it could happen
