General Info
What is the weapon and how does it work?
A grenade is a small explosive or bomb thrown by hand or launched at short range.
When and where was this weapon invented? Who invented it? Why was it invented?
The grenades were invented in the fifteenth century but evolved during World War I. The original inventor of the grenades is not known. These weapons were invented because they could damage others who were not in the line of sight, also invented to assist in trench raiding.
A grenade is a small explosive or bomb thrown by hand or launched at short range.
When and where was this weapon invented? Who invented it? Why was it invented?
The grenades were invented in the fifteenth century but evolved during World War I. The original inventor of the grenades is not known. These weapons were invented because they could damage others who were not in the line of sight, also invented to assist in trench raiding.
Impacts and Consequences
What was the overall impact of this weapon on World War I? Think big picture here, was it a major influence on the war or a minor one?
The grenades were a major influence during World War I. These weapons even evolved during this time period. Development dates back to fifteenth century.
How did or could the weapon affect the following groups of people:
Soldiers near the front lines in Europe -
Grenades were dangerous to use in front lines. Many soldiers would lose their life due to these weapons blowing up when hitting the front trench.
The leaders of the warring nations and the decisions they made -
The leaders had to strategize for grenade tactics and how to effectively use the bombs.
Civilians near the front lines in Europe -
Grenades are still very dangerous, however the civilians are impacted a bit differently due to not being in the actual battles. Some civilians would lose their lives, yes, but some of them had their homes, buildings and towns destroyed by these weapons.
List any positive and negative consequences of using this weapon. This can be on a very small scale or large scale. You can also discuss both sides of the weapons, meaning, who is using it and who are they using it against.
Pros:
Grenades made it easy for the grenadiers to wipe out groups from ranged distances.
Cons:
The consequences of grenades are things such as being able to aim and throw them correctly. Additionally, grenadiers have to be sneaky, quick on their feet and easily able to prowl up on the enemies.
The grenades were a major influence during World War I. These weapons even evolved during this time period. Development dates back to fifteenth century.
How did or could the weapon affect the following groups of people:
Soldiers near the front lines in Europe -
Grenades were dangerous to use in front lines. Many soldiers would lose their life due to these weapons blowing up when hitting the front trench.
The leaders of the warring nations and the decisions they made -
The leaders had to strategize for grenade tactics and how to effectively use the bombs.
Civilians near the front lines in Europe -
Grenades are still very dangerous, however the civilians are impacted a bit differently due to not being in the actual battles. Some civilians would lose their lives, yes, but some of them had their homes, buildings and towns destroyed by these weapons.
List any positive and negative consequences of using this weapon. This can be on a very small scale or large scale. You can also discuss both sides of the weapons, meaning, who is using it and who are they using it against.
Pros:
Grenades made it easy for the grenadiers to wipe out groups from ranged distances.
Cons:
The consequences of grenades are things such as being able to aim and throw them correctly. Additionally, grenadiers have to be sneaky, quick on their feet and easily able to prowl up on the enemies.
Connections to Today
What is a modern day example of your weapon?
The M67 Fragmentation Grenade is a modern day example of it.
How has it improved from the version used in WWI?
It now has a metal coating over the primer and powder inside the grenade, so when it blows it up it sends a larger and more concussive blast.
How is this weapon used today? Who uses it? Where?
Grenades are used today by soldiers all over the world. Even the U.S. military has gone through a variety of different versions.
The M67 Fragmentation Grenade is a modern day example of it.
How has it improved from the version used in WWI?
It now has a metal coating over the primer and powder inside the grenade, so when it blows it up it sends a larger and more concussive blast.
How is this weapon used today? Who uses it? Where?
Grenades are used today by soldiers all over the world. Even the U.S. military has gone through a variety of different versions.
One of the greatest battles with the use of grenades was fought at Poziere's Heights the night of July 26-27, 1916.