You're probably thinking of "Big Bertha", the German cannon which bombarded Paris from 75 miles away. More formally they were called the "Paris Guns". The "Big Bertha" nickname was from the daughter of Krupp, the German industrialist who built the guns.
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Determining the "best" artillery in World War II is subjective, as different nations excelled in various aspects. The German Wehrmacht's artillery, particularly the 88mm gun, was highly effective against both infantry and armored targets, earning a formidable reputation. The Soviet Union also produced powerful artillery pieces, such as the Katyusha rocket launcher and the heavy guns used in their formidable artillery barrages. Ultimately, effectiveness varied by context, terrain, and specific battlefield requirements.
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Artillery and machines guns caused armies to stay in defensive positions
America help provided heavy artillery for war and other war equipments.
The artillery cap badge with a wreath, crossed cannons, and German crown was typically used by the German military during World War I. The design varied slightly between different branches of the German artillery, but generally, it featured a wreath surrounding crossed cannons with a crown on top.
The most common one that was used as a weapon in World War 1 is called the Artillery
Coast-watchers , radar , anti-aircraft artillery and aircraft as interceptors .
The Battle of the Somme, fought from July to November 1916, significantly shattered German defenses during World War I. This battle marked one of the bloodiest confrontations of the war, with the Allied forces aiming to relieve pressure on the French at Verdun and to inflict heavy casualties on the German army. The introduction of the tank and extensive artillery bombardments were pivotal, leading to a gradual but costly breach of German lines. Ultimately, while the Allies faced tremendous losses, the battle weakened German morale and resources significantly.
The size of the German army was other 25 million strong.
All sides in WW1 used artillery.
The World War I zeppelins were large blimps used to gain information from over enemy lines, but were slow and easy targets for artillery guns.