Battle of Cantigny Insights

The video discusses the strategic plans and execution of a major World War I battle involving American forces. It highlights the role of artillery, the German offensive, and the American attack at Canton. The battle's outcome is significant for demonstrating American military capability, despite heavy casualties and challenges faced during the operation.

What was the primary objective of the first major battle involving the American First Division?

• To retreat to safer positions

• To capture Berlin

• To demonstrate American military capability

• To negotiate peace with Germany

How did the role of artillery in World War I differ from its role in the American Civil War?

• Artillery played a major role in World War I, accounting for a significant percentage of casualties

• Artillery was less important in World War I

• Artillery accounted for a smaller percentage of casualties in World War I

• Artillery was not used in World War I

What was the main threat posed by the German operation 'Bler'?

• It was a naval blockade

• It sought to invade Russia

• It threatened to take Paris and demoralize the French

• It aimed to capture London

On what date did the Americans launch their first attack at Cantigny?

• July 4, 1918

• June 15, 1918

• May 28, 1918

• August 1, 1918

What was a significant challenge faced by the Americans during their attack at Cantigny?

• Poor weather conditions

• Shortage of soldiers

• Inexperience with indirect fire

• Lack of food supplies

What was the main goal of the American attack at Cantigny?

• To capture Berlin

• To negotiate peace with Germany

• To prove their capability to the Allies and Germans

• To retreat to safer positions

How many counterattacks did the Germans launch after the Americans took the town of Cantigny?

• Three

• Five

• Seven

• Ten

What was the casualty rate during the three days of fighting after the Americans took Cantigny?

• One casualty every 3 minutes

• One casualty every 10 minutes

• One casualty every minute

• One casualty every 5 minutes

Why was the Battle of Cantigny significant for the American military?

• It resulted in the capture of Berlin

• It marked the end of World War I

• It led to a peace treaty with Germany

• It was the first time an American unit operated independently and successfully

What did the Battle of Cantigny reveal about the nature of World War I?

• It was fought mainly in the air

• It was primarily a naval war

• It was a long and attritional struggle

• It was a quick and decisive conflict