waRfare
What was warfare and weapons during ww1?
Warfare was one of the main things in WW1, weapons as well. This was basically the center of war, without weapons there wouldn't be anything to fight with.
Warfare artifact: war swords
Information: Swords and bladed weapons used in military combat.
Dates: 1914-1918 (throughout the war)
Role in war: Swords were carried as a side weapon from a gun, they were used in full combat. Swords were quicker than having to reload a gun making it more efficient in speed but not as much compared to the damage.
People who used it: soldiers, war fighters.
How it impacted the future: This was just the beginning of sword, they became more advanced and actually collectibles as well. Many swords today were based off the WW1 design and some are actually originals.
Dates: 1914-1918 (throughout the war)
Role in war: Swords were carried as a side weapon from a gun, they were used in full combat. Swords were quicker than having to reload a gun making it more efficient in speed but not as much compared to the damage.
People who used it: soldiers, war fighters.
How it impacted the future: This was just the beginning of sword, they became more advanced and actually collectibles as well. Many swords today were based off the WW1 design and some are actually originals.