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World War 1 was known for what kind of fighting?

The fighting was bloody and little ground was gained


Can a tornado cause trenches in the ground?

Yes, tornadoes can cause trenches in the ground as they can pick up and move large amounts of dirt and debris with their powerful winds. This can result in the excavation of trenches or ditches along the tornado's path as it uproots trees, overturns objects, and digs into the ground.


What is a trench?

Trenches were large ditches (hence "trench") dug into the ground. Soldiers would group together in trenches during battle and operate out of them as they attempted to take the enemy trenches.


Why were ditches used as weapons in World War 1?

The ditches or Trenches were used not as weapons, but as fortifications where Infantry troops could stay protected from enemy fire. You must remember that WWI ground down to a huge war of attrition with neither side able to break through.


Was the fighting done in the trenches?

A trench is an excavation in the ground used in war. Soldiers used trenches to store weapons and stay hidden from enemies, while still being able to fire at them.


Are trenches dug into the ground?

yes


What trenches were long lines dug into the ground facing the trench?

Yes, trenches were long lines dug into the ground facing the trench.


How do jackrabbits keep cool?

By digging small ditches in the ground for shade


Why was World War 1 fourght in trenches?

The first world war was fought in the trenches as when the two sides meat, no side was Strong enough to in a short period of time win in some areas, so fighting was sustained over a long period of time, a new tactic was called digging in or trenches, this offered shelter and protection and housed soliders for the long period of fighting. therefore they used trenches so soliders could keep ground, have shelter, have a line of defense and a barrier against the opposition


What is trenchwarfare?

Trench warfare is where two armies are at war, and they both are fighting from trenches, or long ditches in the ground. It is a very old type of warfare, but it was at it climax in WWI. After that the ability to fight on the move known as "Mobility" made trench warfare out dated. It is still taught to some extent for defending a small position. But for the most part it has been abandoned. Check wikipedia for Trench Warfare. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trench_warfare


What are trenches in the war?

Trenches were long, narrow holes in the ground used to shelter soldiers in between the battles. These trenches were full of lice, rats and mud.


Why should you not discharge toxins from factories into ditches?

Toxins from factories should not be discharged into ditches because the toxins can be absorbed into the ground polluting the water systems around the area.