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They had helmets but these offered little protection. They also had their gas-masks which would save them from a mustard, phosgene or chlorine gas attack (if the soldiers could get them on in time). Some men kept a tobacco tin in their breast-pocket, which could protect their heart from a bullet. I'm not sure how much you know about trenches. The trenches sometimes had small corregated-iron roofs which would have provided a bit of protection from flying shrapnel. The soldiers sometimes hollowed out little alcoves (in the side nearest to the enemy) which were safer places to be, rather than standing in the open trench. The edge had barbed wire, to make it harder for the enemy to get into the trench. Finally, the trenches weren't straight, but twisted and turned all over the place. This stopped any German, who did make it into the trench, from shooting straight down the trench and killing everyone along the line - he wouldn't have been able to shoot through a corner of mud.
What else can I help you with?
How does a country protect themselves from enemies today?
with an army or with borders
When was Pakistan Army Regiment of Artillery created?
Pakistan Army Regiment of Artillery was created in 1947.
What steps did city state to protect themselves from their rivals?
the stronger their army is
Can Saudi army protect themselves from Israel's attack?
It is quite difficult.... Israel army is a junction of nuclear weapons.....
What branch of the army did Napoleon join?
The Army as an artillery officer.
When was United States Army Field Artillery School created?
United States Army Field Artillery School was created in 1911.
Find the history of the fourth Artillery Company B US Army from 1867-1870.?
Go the US Army's 4th Artillery website.
What does artillery mean from World War 1?
an army unit that uses big guns This is a army that uses snipers and bazooka's
How many army bases and artillery bases in Oklahoma?
there is only one base in Oklahoma which is a artillery base
Who is authorized to wear the US Army Air Defense Artillery Branch Shoulder Cord?
Officers and Enlisted men of the Artillery who have completed the basic artillery training courses wear the artillery red shoulder cord on the right shoulder of the Army dress and full dress uniform
What part of the army was Napoleon in when he was a Lieutenant?
He was an Artillery Officer.
Who was the artillery commander for the Continental Army?
Henry Knox
