A big chemical weapon was used with chemical gases. The chlorine and mustard gases would burn, blind, and kill enemies or anyone who happened to be exposed. Tanks used as well at this time. Tanks could cross onto treacherous territory, and over barbed wire fences of the enemy's land. The most used WW1 weapon was the automatic gun. Automatic guns made it easier for the soldiers to spend less time reloading and more valuable time shooting at the enemies. Machine guns as well as automatic rifles are still used today during combat.
Women in the War
Women's roles in WW1 were quite important. The Navy as well as the U.S Army formed a nursing corps that allowed women to serve part time in the military. Over 21,000 women joined the