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WAR WORLD I AND II

Citizen Soldiers Video

WWI WWI Clip

(Q)When did WWI take place?

(A)It took place in the years 1914-1918.

(Q)Why did they go to war?

(A)Germany wanted to declare war on France and Belguim. but not at the same time. Germany wanted to rule everyone. In 1917, the U.S got involved because they wanted peace in the world. The US wanted peace in the world. They wanted the world to be safe for a democracy and for small nations.

(Q)What type of uniforms and weapons were used?

(A) Uniforms for the US Troops:

backpack weighting 70 lbs with weapons,blanket roll, bullets, shovel canteen, gas mask, rations and a shovel all inside. They wore a steel helmet in the shape of a bowl. The uniform was tan with a four pocket tunic, stand-up collar and pants. Leather boots with leggins (puttees) on their feet. The troops also had on a heavy trenchcoat or raincoat. Plus a leather or fur sleeveless vest.

Uniforms for the German Troops:

They also had backpacks with the same stuff inside. They had steel helmets too, but it was tight on their heads with a spike on top. The uniform was gray with the collar turned down. They had on heavy leather coats and high leather boots.

Weapons List:

Tokarev rifles

Submachine guns M/44

Soveit submachine guns

Maxim machine guns AL/43

7.62 MM version of MG42

Suomi M/31 submachine gun

Infantry rifle M27

Lahti !subranta M/26

Degtjarev M27

(Q) Explain the progression of several different war tactics/technology.

(A) One tactic that was used was to take over the enemies base so that they could claim the base for themselves. They would also dig trench walls, they were called No man's Land. Another tactic used was snipers, this is when a soldier shoots you from a long distance away. The soldiers also fought on water and in the air. They shot down many airplanes and sank many ships.

(Q)Name a few leaders:

Eugene Jacques Bullard (1894-1961)

The first black man in the world to become a fighter pilot for france.

Erich Lundendorff (1865-1937)

He was a German General.

Newton Diehl Baker (1871-1937)

Mayor of Cleveland, Ohio became the US Secretary of war.

(Q)What were their goals, vision for the country at that time?

(A) The US wanted peace across the world.

(Q) How did the war end?

(A) It was also called the Great War. The Armistice had been signed. All of the important people signed it to end the war. But Adolf Hitler had made a deal with the Germans. He didn't want the war to end.

(Q) What new policies were enacted to prevent future problems?

(A) The Treaty of Versailles was made. But President Woodrow Wilson didn't make it to a law. Many people were still upset about being forced into a democracy, so another war was about to happen.

WORLD WAR II

WWII Clip

(Q) When did WWII take place?

(A) 1939-1945

(Q) Why did we go to war?

(A) Because other nations felt forced into democracy. They thought the trealy was unfair. Hilter declared war.

(Q) What were their goals for the country?

(A) The U.S. wanted to be the peace makers of the world. The president said "It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances with any portion of the foreign world."

(Q) Uniforms and weapons?

(A) The same as WWI.

(Q)Name a few Leaders:

Adolf Hitler (1889-1945)

German dictator (1933-1945) He shot himself in April 1945 when Germany lost the war.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt(1882- 1945)

President of the United States (1933-1945)

He was concerned with economic recovery.

Cordell Hull (1871-1955)

US Secretary of State (1933- 1944)

He was a strong supported of "internationalism" oppoasite of isolationism.

(Q) How did WWII end?

(A) U.S bought with many nations Germany, Japan, Poland, and Europe. There were also many nations fighting each other such as Japan vs the Soviet Union, Japan vs China and Austria vs Munich. To end the war one side had to surrender, Germany and Japan did that.