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Britain and the First World War 1914 –1918 Sources Questions
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GCSE History Coursework Depth Study E - Britain and the First World War 1914 -1918 Objectives 1 & 2 Assignment A - The Battle of the Somme Question 3 'The Battle of the Somme provides an excellent opportunity to study the changing tactics of World War I and the advances in warfare.' Do you agree with this statement? The tactics and technology used in the Battle of the Somme were both those of traditional warfare (use of infantry and cavalry) and those of modern origin: the use of tanks, artillery, gas, and mines, among other things. The Battle of the Somme shows a useful comparison between the two, and shows just how effective they were. Firstly, the old tactics were not terribly effective. The infantry were mainly used for mass bayonet charges, as this was believed to be the most effective way to take over enemy positions; the French commanders sent their infantry straight into the battlefield...
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