How far was World War 1 a 'total war'?

What does the acronym M.A.I.N. stand for?

Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism

Spark of World War 1

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

What was the “July Crisis”?

A series of events and diplomatic tensions after the assassination that led to the outbreak of war.

What countries made up the Triple Entente?

Britain, France, Russia.

What countries made up the Triple Alliance?

Germany, Austria-Hungary, Italy (though Italy later switched sides).

What was “trench foot”?

A fungal infection caused by cold, wet, muddy conditions.

What is “no man’s land”?

The dangerous, unoccupied area between opposing trenches.

Name two problems soldiers faced in the trenches.

Rats, lice, disease, mud, shell shock, lack of sleep.

What new weapon caused mass casualties and was first used by the Germans in 1915?

Poison gas

What was the main defensive weapon used in trench warfare?

Machine guns

What new technology was introduced to break trench stalemates?

Tanks (first used by the British in 1916 at the Battle of the Somme).

What is conscription?

Mandatory military service

How did propaganda support the war effort?

Encouraged enlistment, supported rationing, demonized the enemy

When did WWI end?

November 11, 1918

Which treaty formally ended WWI?

The Treaty of Versailles (1919)

What were Germany’s punishments under the Treaty of Versailles?

Loss of territory, military limits, and large reparations.

What were two major impacts of WWI on Europe?

Huge loss of life and economic damage; political changes such as the fall of empires (German, Austro-Hungarian, Russian, Ottoman).

Why did militancy stop during WWI?

To support the country.

What are the definitions of M.A.I.N.?

• Militarism: Building up armies and navies ready for war

• Alliances: An agreement between countries to help and defend each other

• Imperialism: What countries make an empire to gain power

• Nationalism: Having pride in and love for your country