WWI

Who was General Haig?

He was in charge of the British Army in WWI.

What happened at the Battle of the Somme?

To take pressure off of Verdun, weaken German forces and break through German lines.

Why did Germany have to pull troops from Verdun?

The Battle of the Somme broke up the German Army

What was the Battle of the Somme?

A major battle of WWI fought from July to November 1916, aimed at relieving pressure on French forces at Verdun and breaking through German defenses.

What was the Battle of Passchendale?

A battle that lasted from 31 July 1917 to 6 November 1917. It was one of the largest battles of WWI.

Why did the Battle of Passchendaele fail?

The Battle of Passchendaele failed due to poor planning, difficult mud conditions, and strong German defenses, resulting in minimal territorial gains and heavy losses.

What was the Battle of Verdun?

A major battle in WWI, fought from February to December 1916, characterized by heavy casualties and the determination of French forces to hold the city against German advances.

Why did the Battle of the Somme fail?

The Battle of the Somme failed due to heavy casualties, ineffective tactics, and difficulties in coordination, ultimately not achieving a significant breakthrough.

How did Germany know that the attacks were arriving during the Battle of the Somme ?

Their spotter planes were flying overhead and soldiers and artillery moving into the area

What was wrong with the British artillery during the Somme?

The shells were poor quality and many failed to explode

How did the Triple Alliance form before WWI?

The Triple Alliance was formed in 1882 between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy primarily for mutual defense against France and Russia.

How did the Triple Entente form before WWI?

The Triple Entente was formed as a response to the growing power of the Triple Alliance; it included agreements between France, Russia, and Great Britain, aimed at mutual support against potential aggression from the Central Powers.

How did tensions increase between Britain and Germany before WWI?

Tensions increased due to Germany's naval expansion, the arms race, colonial rivalries, and conflicts over influence in Europe, leading to a sense of competition and suspicion between Britain and Germany.

What was the arms race between Britain and Germany before WWI?

The arms race was a competition between Britain and Germany to build up military strength and naval power, leading to increased tensions and a focus on military preparedness in the lead-up to World War I.

When did the Royal Navy launch the HMS Dreadnought?

In 1906

What is Weltpolitik ?

Wanted to make Germany a major world power and be more respected across the world.

What was the First Moroccan Crisis?

A diplomatic dispute between Germany and France in 1905 over the status of Morocco, which resulted in increased tensions between the European powers.

What was the Second Moroccan Crisis?

A diplomatic crisis in 1911 between Germany and France over Morocco, leading to increased tensions and the eventual alignment of Britain and France against Germany.

When did the Triple Alliance form?

The Triple Alliance was formed in 1882 between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy primarily for mutual defense against France and Russia.

When did the Triple Entente form?

The Triple Entente was formed in the early 20th century, with the key agreements finalized by 1907, establishing a military alliance between France, Russia, and Great Britain.

Who was General Foch?

General Ferdinand Foch was a French military leader during World War I, known for serving as the Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces and playing a crucial role in planning and executing successful offensives against German forces.

What was unified command ?

Lead by General Foch, Britain, France and the USA all co-ordinated together to better fight the German army.