WW1 Flashcards
When did WW1 start
28 July 1914
When did ww1 end
11 November 1918
What is the treaty of versaille
The treaty forced Germany to surrender
What was the russian revolution
The Russian Revolution was a period of political and social revolution across the territory of the Russian Empire, commencing with the abolition of the monarchy in 1917
What was a big problem living in the trenches
Trench foot,gas attacks,food rationings
Second problem faced,living in the trenches
Lice are a very small insect that feeds on the blood of humans
and animals. They are usually found in hair and clothing of
humans. Lice are also responsible for the transmission of diseases and they come in massive froups
Why did ww1 end
the armistice between Germany and the Allies was the first step to ending World War I.
Long term causes of ww1
Imperial competition also pushed the countries towards adopting alliances. Colonies were units of more then 1-2 countries
Short term causes of ww1
the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary
Why wasnt ww1 over by christmas
the failure of the Schlieffen plan
What was the Schlieffen plan
, in case of the outbreak of war, Germany would attack France first and then Russia
