ww1 Flashcards
Even the Germans lost many soldiers during this battle. In fact, the called this battle the “Blood Bath”
Somme
Even the Germans lost many soldiers during this battle. In fact, the called this battle the “Blood Bath”
Somme
Germany had occupied this important strategic fortress since the beginning of the war. During the war, no country could ever claim it back.
Vimy
Canadians managed to retake an strategic fortress from the Germans. the allies had been unsuccessful in capturing this location throughout the war.
Vimy
Sir Arthur Currie, the Canadian Commander stated that this battle would only end in disaster. He stated that it was useless and unwinnable because the troops could not move in the mud
PASSCHENDAELE
Poison gas or Mustard gas was used for the first time during this battle
Ypres
Colonel John McCrae wrote his famous poem, “In Flanders Fields” to commemorate the soldiers who served during this battle
YPRES
. This battle marked the first time that Canadian Divisions attacked together.
Vimy
The muddiest battle during World War One
Passchendaele
By the beginning of this battle, Arthur Currie was promoted or appointed to command Canadian troops.
Passchendaele
This battle represents a symbol of Canada’s independence and nationhood.
Vimy
In this battle, Canadians were asked to break through German lines and retake a town in Belgium.
PASSCHENDAELE
This battle marked the end of British soldiers commanding Canadian troops
Vimy
On the Road to Canadian independence, this battle was most significant.
Vimy
This battle is considered the climax or turning point in the war.
Vimy
This battle was considered a disaster because of the huge loss of life for both sides (allies and Germans)
Somme
At this battle tanks were used for the first time, possibly the last time they were used effectively during the War
Somme
The allies realized how ill equipped they were in fighting a “trench” warfare style war. They realized that their approach and strategies had to change in order to be successful
Somme
This battle was instigating to alleviate the pressure the French troops were feeling at the Battle of Verdun
Somme
Canadians first tasted “trench warfare” at this battle?
Ypres
This is considered the “ugliest” battle because of the weapons used.
Ypres
This battle relieved the ugliness in war as countries and troops used illegal weapons and seemed to not care about war protocol.
Ypres
