TRENCH WARFARE

What was the Schlieffen Plan?

Germany’s plan to avoid a two-front war by attacking France through Belgium.

What characterized trench warfare?

Soldiers fought from trenches in terrible conditions including mud, rats, and disease.

What were the realities of trench life?

Cold, wet, dirty living conditions, disease, and constant danger from shelling and gas attacks.

What does 'Over the Top' refer to in trench warfare?

Leaving the trench to attack the enemy.

What are 'Saps' in the context of trench warfare?

Tunnels under enemy lines.

What does 'Blighty' mean in military terms?

A wound serious enough to send a soldier home.

What is Valcartier?

A Canadian training camp.

What is 'No Man’s Land'?

The land between enemy trenches.

What is shrapnel?

Metal fragments from bombs.

What is Trench Foot?

A disease caused by wet feet in cold trenches.