Body lice spread disease. Lice itch. In the trench, there's not much movement (no showers, etc.).
They itched terribly.
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Another name for lice hunting during World War I was "delousing." This process involved searching for and removing lice from soldiers' clothing and bodies, as lice were a common problem in the trenches and could transmit diseases. Delousing often involved using special chemicals or techniques to eliminate these pests and improve soldiers' hygiene and health.
An itching problem for soldiers in World War I was the prevalence of lice infestations, particularly in the trenches. The cramped and unsanitary conditions contributed to the rapid spread of lice, which caused intense itching and discomfort. This not only affected soldiers' morale but also led to secondary infections and diseases, complicating their overall health and combat readiness. Lice became a significant nuisance, prompting efforts to improve hygiene and sanitation among troops.
intense itching and discomfort to the hairy parts of the body
They itched terribly.
lice and rats
Mainly because lice often carry diseases. During and right after World War I, a disease called typhus killed millions of people, and it was primarily spread by lice.
There were usually rats and lice in the trenches.
Humans carry two types of lice. The lice normally found in the trenches would be taken there by soldiers with bad cleanliness habits and spread among the others in close proximity.
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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.
they suffered with trench foot and the got lice
Pediculosis this is an infestation of lice whether it be body lice, pubic lice or head lice.
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Yes, there are lice everywhere there are lots of warm blooded animals in close proximity, humans are no exception.
No, lice and other things would trouble life in a trench.