The First World War - Historic Scotland

c. Why should prisoners be searched as soon as possible after their capture?
d. Identify the German word for a pay-book?
6. Look closely at the cap badges then answer the questions below:
a. Can you identify an example of new technology that was introduced during
the war?
b. Write down two other types of weapons used during the war that are on
cap badges?
7. The handling box contains a cross of remembrance. Which flower is used as a
symbol of the loss of life in the First World War?
8. Read the information on the Field Service Post Card. Why do you think
that the soldiers were not allowed to write full information in sentences on
their card?
9. a. Make a list of the contents of the personal kit pouch. The first item has
been identified for you:
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b. Who was the owner of this personal kit pouch and what was his army
number.
10. What type of gas mask does the box contain?
11. Compare the First World War uniforms (originals) with the modern uniform.
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