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It was strung from metal post to metal post in front of the trench to prevent a surprise attack by the enemy.
Prior to attacking the enemy's trench there would be an artillery bombardment which was in part intended to demolish their barbed wire defenses so that one's own soldiers could reach their trench quickly.
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What type of wire was used as a barrier in ww1?
barbed wire
What is the wire called which is used on prisons?
Barbed or Razorwire, Barbed wire has spikes on it razor-wire looks like lots of razorblades on cable.
Why are barbwire fences used?
Barbed Wire was/s used to prevent anything or anyone from coming in or leaving. For example, prisons have barbed wire to stop prisoners from escaping. The reason why barbed wire was chosen is because it is 'barbed' and spiky meaning that it is painful. HOPE THIS HELPS :D
What was An important factor in range wars was that?
Farmers used the invention of barbed wire to claim land
What is concertina wire?
just barbed wire used by military on the ground
What were the disadvantages with barbed wire during World War 1?
Barbed wire was used to keep the trench enemies away from the soldiers in case they come for attack.
What wire was used to protect ww1 trenches?
Barbed wire was used to protect the trenches.
What are several types of barbed wire?
The Kansas barbed wire museum has over 2000 different types of barbed wire on display and barbed wire collecting is a popular hobby.
Where was barbed wire invented?
Barbed wire was invented in DeKalb, Illinois on 1869 by Joseph Glidden.
Was barbed wire used in WW2 yes or no?
Yes.
What did Joseph glidden invent?
barbed wire
What contributed to the end of open-range cattle ranching in the mid-1880s?
The invention of barbed wire ended the open range
