World War One Flashcards
What caused WW1
MANIA
Militarism Alliances Nationalism Imperialism Assassination
What does Militarism mean
policy of building up strong military forces to prepare for war
What does Alliances mean
agreements between nations to aid and protect each other
What does Nationalism means
pride in or devotion to ones country
What does Imperialism means
when one country takes over another country economically and politically
What was the Assassionation
murder of Austrian Archduke Franz Furdinand
Why did men enlist to go fight in ww1
- They thought going to war would be an adventure
- The posters encouraged morale, and encouraged men to fight for their country.
- But in 1916 soldiers were forced to join
Where did Australians fight.
Mainly in:
Turkey
Middle East
Western Front (France)
What was the nature of warfare during WW1
Guns + Artillery
Poisonous Gas
Tanks
Aircrafts
What was the gallipoli campaign
the british command helped russia to take control of the Eastern Front and capture the capital of Turkey(Constanipole)
What was the impact of WW1 on Australia
Lost 60,000
Wounded 155,000
Prisoners 4044
How did WW1 affect the role of women
The war opened up employment for women
What was the conscription issue
It was a law that men had to be forced into the army bc no one signed up
Why is WW1 commemorated
its a day to remember and show respect to soldiers who fought
How is WW1 commemorated
Ceremonies
Marches
Dawn Services
