4.1.5
Case Studies
Battle of the Somme, 1916
Battle of the Somme, 1916
A battle in World War I between the English and French against the Germans.
Weapons
Weapons
- Lee-Enfield Rifles.
- Grenades.
- Tanks.
- Combat knives and pistols.
Composition
Composition
- Both forces comprised mostly of infantry however, there was now an increase in specialised troops such as medics and engineers.
Recruitment and training
Recruitment and training
- Most soldiers were conscripted into the army and a few voluntarily joined the army.
Experience of civilians
Experience of civilians
- There was a major effect on civilians as any man between 18 and 60 had to fight in the war.
Invasion of Iraq, 2003
Invasion of Iraq, 2003
In 2003, Coalition troops invaded Iraq.
Weapons
Weapons
- AK47(Assault Rifle).
- Pistols.
- Combat knives.
- Rocket launchers.
- Drones.
- Tanks.
- Missiles.
Composition
Composition
- Both armies mainly consisted of cavalry (tanks) and infantry.
- However the U.S. had a lot more specialised troops and the Iraqi militia used guerrilla warfare such as I.E.D.s.
Recruitment and training
Recruitment and training
- Many soldiers volunteered for the army and are paid.
- All soldiers receive extensive military training.
Experience of civilians
Experience of civilians
- The invasion was fought in urban areas such as cities and towns where many citizens were attacked or killed.
1Medieval Warfare c.1250-1500
2Early Modern Warfare c.1500-1700
3Industrial Warfare c.1700-1900
4Modern Warfare c.1900-present
5The Historic Environment
5.1London & the Second World War, 1939-45
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1Medieval Warfare c.1250-1500
2Early Modern Warfare c.1500-1700
3Industrial Warfare c.1700-1900
4Modern Warfare c.1900-present
5The Historic Environment
5.1London & the Second World War, 1939-45
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