Technological advances increase the destructiveness of war from "summary" of The Origins of the First World War by Annika Mombauer
The development of technology played a significant role in shaping the nature of warfare during the First World War. The introduction of new weapons and military technologies increased the destructive power of armies and led to unprecedented levels of casualties. The advancements in weaponry, such as machine guns, artillery, tanks, and chemical weapons, transformed the battlefield into a deadly and chaotic environment. One of the most notable technological advancements during this period was the widespread use of machine guns. These weapons were capable of firing hundreds of rounds per minute, causing devastating casualties among infantry units. The machine gun's ability to mow down soldiers in large numbers quickly earned it a reputation as a fearsome and deadly weapon of war. In addition to machine guns, artillery also played a significant role in increasing the destructiveness of war. Artillery bombardments were responsible for widespread devas...
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