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    Timothy Lewis

    Hist-2320

    Dr.Steinberg

    Class Participation 9

    The World War I soldier endured horror and suffering never seen before. Countries during the

    war, were achieving their goals but the human toll of these policies should not be ignored. World

    War I introduced new technologies like machine guns, artillery and poison gas that turned the

    battlefield into a perilous and harsh environment. Soldiers confronted attacks, trench warfare and

    constant fear of death. The trench conditions were disgusting with soldiers crowded in filth, and

    exposed to the elements, and poor sanitation. All of these problems with the limited medical care

    led to major medical conditions like Trench foot.

    The soldiers’ experiences shed light on the policies adopted by nations to meet their objectives.

    One significant approach involved using propaganda to sway opinion and rally support for the

    war. Governments utilized channels including newspapers, posters and speeches to depict the

    enemy as a threat, to security in order to justify their own actions. The propaganda instilled a

    sense of pride and loyalty, in the soldiers making them believe in the righteousness and

    importance of their mission.

    Another strategy adopted by nations was military service. As the war prolonged and casualties

    increased governments turned to enlisting men into the forces. This approach not ensured a
    stream of soldiers but also emphasized the notions of responsibility and self sacrifice for ones

    homeland. Many soldiers were compelled to leave behind their loved ones and homes to

    participate in a conflict they didn't fully comprehend, intensifying their feelings of

    disillusionment and hopelessness.

    The implementation of technologies and strategies on the battlefield mirrored the directives of

    powers. one example of this is “Dulce et Decorum Est” by Wilfred Owen, it talks about the use

    of poison gas and the extreme measures countries were willing to take for an upper hand. Troops

    on both sides endured the horrors of gas attacks resulting in deaths and enduring physical and

    mental scars for survivors. This decision to employ chemical weapons underscored a disregard

    for life.

    Moreover, nations’ actions during World War I showed a lack of concern, for the welfare and

    security of their troops. During World War I soldiers were not viewed as assets and their lives

    were often sacrificed in the pursuit of an upper hand. This was evident, in the tactics utilized in

    battles like the Battle of the Somme and the Battle of Verdun where soldiers were sent to fight

    without consideration for their survival odds. The high number of casualties suffered by all

    parties demonstrated how recklessly soldiers' lives were handled.

    In summary World War I soldiers endured suffering and challenges on the battlefield. The

    strategies adopted by nations during the conflict were motivated by their objectives. Came at a

    heavy human price. The deployment of propaganda, conscription, new technologies and
    disregard, for soldier welfare all played a part in the wars impact. It is crucial to honor these

    soldiers sacrifices and reflect on the lessons learned from their ordeals to work towards an

    equitable world.

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