World War I has officially started countries are rushing to get to war, young men are enlisting at a rapid pace. It is the Great War, The War to End all Wars, it is ... terrible. Men are being blown up at a rate never seen before, trenches are full of rats and filth, and your friends and family are dying. Some people are reveling in this death and destruction while others are appalled by what is happening. Write a post addressing what has happened in Europe since June 1914 it can address any of the following topics or write about something else that you found interesting (it needs to be 2 solid paragraphs and you must respond 3-5 sentences to another post):
-What you think caused the war
-Diplomacy in the War Zone and Contraband Areas.
-Germany using the Schliefflen plan and the Battle of the Marne
-Trenches and weapons of WWI
This post should address how your character feels about these things at the end of 1915, when the western front is a stalemate and Russia/German front is moving back and forth
Alexander Johnson
ReplyDeleteWar? WORLD WAR?!?Bully!!! This was to be a most grand opportunity to join the corps and become manlier, but my wife Angelique REFUSED to let me go over to Europe. She said I’m better off being a police officer than going overseas! I tell you gents, this women is IMPOSSIBLE to understand! Besides, police officers do not get to fight for their country, they sit in automobiles eating pastries all day and stopping petty crimes without even firing a bullet! I just HAVE to enter this war! I mean, it isn’t called the WORLD War for show chaps! I have to help spread to meaning of FREEDOM made by the grand old U.S. of A! GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!!
Who to blame for this? I honestly do not care, but I’d have to say Germany and Britain This ‘Schlieffen Plan’ has killed numerous Belgians as Germany storms its way to France. I honestly could care less about France and their striped garments and odd cheeses, but I am concerned about Belgium. WHO WILL MAKE ANGELIQUE’S FAVORITE CHOCOLATES?!? Besides, with all this ‘food contraband’ and ‘war on civilians’ rubbish going around, I would not mind going to see what is happening first hand in a trench. I can only imagine, firing a rifle and foes, surrounded by fellow Patriots, and the manly feeling of amputation! That ‘trench foot’ rubbish is all a farce. I bet men get their legs chopped off just to prove their devotion to America. These British fools are just trying to make up more propaganda to make us Americans feel bad for them. Britain has always been stirring a hornet’s nest with their colonization, WE AMERICANS WERE HERE FIRST! U.S.A! U.S.A! I encourage everyone around to support my ‘Down with Britain, Up with Chocolate’ movement. I’ve also concocted a scheme to raid an airbase and directly attack German zeppelins with fighter planes! TALLYHO GENTLEMEN! P.S. No one tell Angelique about this please!
Good luck Sir Alexander of America. Give my best wishes to the wife and try not to miss out on any action. Britain has the best of both worlds with getting to fight for your country and being able to eat pastries. There will always be a spot for you to ally with Britain.
DeleteHahaha, great post Adrian. Goodluck keeping your post hidden from the wife.
DeleteI support your ‘Down with Britain, Up with Chocolate’ movement. We could really use you on our side. I could get you onto the Western front easily.
DeleteIf you do raid that airbase, please don’t kill my son, Frederick. He is at the Western front. If you do, I will have my other son sink you ship with his U-boat, even if you aren’t in the War Zone.
P.S. You wife seems “wicked smaht,” as you Bostonians put it. You should listen to her.
Excuse you but the entire Crumpets family and all of Britain are just enjoying our tea and our crumpets. As for this 'Down with Britain' concept you all must be completely oblivious to our superiority, with our navy; self-included, there is no way for Britain to fall. As for your other issues, I hope your wife finds out all about this blog and she personal takes you back to your house and spanks you!
DeleteAlexander Johnson
DeleteSee, this kind of unmanly shenaniganizing is why I started this movement. You Foolish British folk think 'tea and crumpets' are so grand? RUBBISH!!! We REAL MEN OF AMERICA eat a well done Steak and raw eggs FOR FUN! My mustache is trimmed to near perfection and I have the arm tuck of A GOD! Return to your weak tea while I drink the blood of my foes! USA! USA! USA!
Dear Alexander Johnson,
DeleteHello there, I do not appreciate your spread of such lies. Steak and raw eggs? You Americans much know not of Italian cuisine! And as for the British's tea and crumpets, I can say that I have not have had such an opportunity to try them, though I can tell you that it could never once in a million years, beat the taste of a fresh plate of spaghetti and meatballs and a glass of the finest Italian wine. Do ease up on your protein intake, and I suggest eating more Italian foods, like lasagna. I can surely give your wife recipes if you are in need of them.
Sincerely, Your Concerned Italian,
Dante D'Attilio (Sarah S.)
It has been approximately two years since the war began. I am writing this to my wife, Annabel, whom i love and cherish very close to my heart. In the beginning of the war, I took it as a challenge to prove that Britain is the very best and to redeem Belgium. I now find that my actions are foolish and i wish to have made a better decision. All I wish for now is to be home with my pregnant wife, I'd rather starve there than in these filthy trenches. War is awful, it is inhumane the way that these terrible Germans have been gassing us with mustard gas and chlorine, chlorine has only one purpose and that is for my pool in the summer time. But now the only pool it seems to be cleansing is the pool of blood and mud that the rats bathe in.
ReplyDeleteI believe that the one country solely responsible for this monstrosity is Germany. They are the most inhumane of all species and I am embarrassed to be the same species as them. They destroyed an innocent and completely neutral country for absolutely no reason. They don't let anyone into our country because of their immature "War Zone". They use no diplomatic reasoning and I am astonished by their behavior. Anyways my love, we seem to be at a time in the war of no significance. The western front seems to be stationary and we are making no progress at all, unless you call digging a bunch of holes progress. I hope to be on the next boat back to Britain my dear, please tend to the hole in my foot.
Love,
Duncan
My sincerest hopes that you should do fine in the war, and I hope as much as you that your wife knows all that you think about her. Should we, the allies, loose to these barbarians, there Is no other person to blame than the enemy itself. Good luck and live long.
DeleteAsher Doran (Kevin T.)
ReplyDeleteWar!!!!!!!! This is the time where Germany gets to show off our power! However, I could care less about this war. I mean I don’t have anything to worry about because I don’t have to fight and neither do my children. Nobody in my family is getting harmed! We have enough money to support ourselves and nobody is getting hurt. It can’t get any better than that! However, I did hear one of my cousins enlisting for the army. He’s one of like a million people who signed up! Damn that boy has some German pride! All of my prayers and wishes will go out to him, as well as everyone who enlisted who are important to me. I wish you all good luck and please be safe!
Who do I think started this war? I believe that Serbia is the blame for all of this! They ARE the ones who assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand! I mean that set everything off!! Every Serbian despises the Austrio-Hungarian. I can’t really blame the Austro-Hungarians for doing anything because we are allied with them! If we ever broke the alliance between Austrio-Hungry, that would just mean one more country that we would have to fight against! And the last thing we need is to have no alliances with anybody. Anyway, I’ve recently received letters from friends and family members about life in warfare. All of them said that it is terrible! They’re living in trenches with no rooftop over them! They said that there is very little to eat and many solders have died from just the poor living conditions. People are getting “trench foot” or becoming sick of the poor hygiene that is in these trenches! THANK GOD I DO NOT HAVE TO PART OF THE ARMY! I really want to see some of my loved ones back at home. I don’t want them to become sick and die! STAY STRONG EVERYBODY!!!!!!
I'm prepared to go over to Serbia myself at this point. I hate them just as much as you do Asher. I'm glad that you and your family are doing well but I think you should try to convince your boys to enlist! Get some German pride into them!
DeleteNice posts guys, good explanation of why you had to stay in the Alliance with A-H.
DeleteHow dare you say that this whole war isn't your fault! You are the one fighting over EVERYTHING! Can you not just move on and mind your own business. Stay in your area of land and we stay in ours, that's how it should be before the entire world dies in this war!
DeleteGermany is at as much fault as those failing Austrians who declared war. Sure, you guys were just dragged in by the alliance system, but you guys caused the rape of Belgium, killing innocents to test out the new weapons of war. France (and Britain) shall not back down, we'll endure those harsh trenches to take down Germany. Or just wait for AMERICA!! to join our side and cream the Central Powers of yours.
DeleteAu Revoir, Asher.
I think Germany is the best country in the world! We will get past any obstacle we face! My family is not directly involved with the war but I hear stories about the trenches. They seem like a truly horrifying place. I hope all of your friends are doing well! Germany will prevail with faith and power!
DeletePierre Thomas
ReplyDeleteGermans who do you think guys are!? Not only are you trying to invade my country of France, but on your way here you cut right through innocent Belgium. I know our countries have our differences, but leave Belgium out of this. Although it didn’t seem like a problem at first, it now is very costly for Germany. Since Britain has an alliance with Belgium, they are now getting involved. France and Britain together is a force that you don’t want to be against. You found out at the Battle of Marne that this wasn’t going to be the walk in take over that you had expected. Now that Germany is against both France and Britain, you are definitely aren’t coming out of this victorious. And I have also have heard that you are now fighting a 2 front war against Britain and France, and then against Russia. Although Russia isn’t industrialized, I’m sure that the extra fighting will hurt you in more ways than one.
Since France and Britain stopped the Germans from advancing into France any further, we are now fighting trench warfare. This is one of the most unpleasant types of war there is. Although Germany isn’t going to win this war in France, they still have an advantage over Britain and France. They are on higher ground so water and waste will not build up in their trenches. For us French, we are not so lucky. The build up of waste creates almost unbearable smell. The new weapons that both sides are creating are making the death total sky rocket!! Although times are tough down here is France we are going to just fine like always. So let’s get back to Russia. Although you aren’t doing so well to start off, keep fighting! You are helping us more than you can understand. Whatever you do don’t quit because then Germany will be back to a one front war which will make this a lot longer than it has to be. On another note……. America where are you?!?!!!
Ciao Pierre! It’s Giovanni Monacelli (Alec S.). I agree 100%. My country may be allies with them, but I believe it is the wrong move. They are out of their minds! Helping abuse the country of Serbia and Belgium as you said. It is the wrong move for Italy to be allies with them in this war. I was greatly impressed with what your French soldiers did at the Battle of the Marne so much in fact that I hope one day our military and country will comes to their senses and realize Germany is dragging us down. I hope our two countries may one day untie to be a real super power!
DeleteGreat points, good thing Italy has now officially allied with France Giovanni, no you and Pierre can be best friends. Drink wine on the French Rivier and maybe have some Spaghetti and Meatballs by the Piazza De Medici.
DeleteDirk Schrempf (Brett K.)
ReplyDeleteAs much as I enjoy this war and see it as bringing great power to the homeland, I am deeply worried about my two sons (Shawn and Tim). They are on the frontlines in France and they are stuck living in those filthy trenches! I know that our German trenches do happen to be much safer and much more clean than those French ones but I still worry for them. They are above the French on hills which gives them more of an advantage and I suppose they most likely won't get trench foot being up on these hills. The only advantage the French really have on us at this point is that they have those damn bayonets but its not likely that they will get across no man's land anyways, our army is superior to theirs.
As much as I hate the French I hate those damn Serbians ten times more. They killed Archduke Franz Ferdinand. This "Black Hand" nonsense is all a lie to cover up the fact that the Government killed him in my opinion. I am glad that we have decided to team up with Austria-Hungary in this fight against the filthy French, British, Russians, Balkans you name it! Almost everyone is our enemy at this point! Even Italy has betrayed us and sided with the allies. I still think that we Germans are stronger and should be able to defeat these allies. There are a few other things that I do not like about this war though. I think the poison gas we are using is not going to work well. If the wind is resting and the gas is thrown who knows as to whether it could come right back and kill our troops! I also think it is not right that we put our enemies through such pain. I hate them all but this gas is just cruel. (well maybe we could use it on Serbia but I don't know). The other thing I do not like is this sinking of ships of the British coast. Who knows who could be on these ships! For all we know it could be a lost German cruise ship! We don't want our own people getting killed! Well that is all I have for today! Long live Germany and lets hope the boys are back by Christmas!
Dirk I completely understand what you are saying, my friend! I also believe that the damn Serbians started all of this! God i hate those people! I want our troops to kick their a**! GERMANY ALL THE WAY!!!!!!! Anyway, I hope your children are doing well, too. Unfortunately, some of my relatives have been getting "trench foot" and I hear that it is terrible! I just want my loved ones to be home already! Talk to you soon Dirk!
DeleteI hate to break it to you Dirk, but this war has done Germany little to no good. You failed to make your way into Paris, so now trench warfare is going on in France where you are losing thousands of soldiers each day. Yes you were able to conquer Russia, but they are industrialized and who would want to have that land anyway? IT’S ALL SNOW! Not only have you got nothing out of this so far, but you know are surrounded by people who don’t like you. If America will ever get off it’s a** and come help us, people will forget Germany’s existence because that is how bad we will slaughter your army. Don’t say Pierre Thomas didn't warn you.
DeleteOOOO, I like how you made this a conspiracy theory now over who killed the Archduke. Nice.
DeleteI’m hungry. My wife is hungry. My kids are hungry. This is all Franz Ferdinand’s fault. I know all he did was die, but he could have been more careful. He’s an archduke, and his country annexed Bosnia. Annexing makes nationalists mad. Mad nationalists kill archdukes.
ReplyDeleteFrederick went to the Western front with his friends against my wishes, and he still is not home after two Christmases. I knew the Schliefflen plan wouldn’t work. Now Frederick is in the front lines in a trench and lived with rats. He cools a machine gun. At least it’s a little safer than a Zeppelin, as long as he doesn’t get caught by the allies. Meanwhile, Hans is manning a U-boat. In one of his letters, he talked about the cruise ship he sunk, the Lusitania. It caused a lot of problems for Germany.
Well don't come to 'merica we have more than enough imegrants and jobs are being taken left and right, but for now we have enough food...
DeleteThis indeed is Franz Ferdinand's fault, Elmo! He should have known better than to go there. Look where it has my wonderful country of Britain! We also wouldn't be here if some country would have messed with Belgium and destroying a poor country with no excuse or purpose. Not pointing any fingers but you know who you are.
DeleteThings are looking pretty good over here in Italy. It really is a shame about your wife and family starving though. I kind of wish that Italy would just win this war already so the damage the war has created can be repaired.
DeleteAnd thus the world has plunged into a mad war that has gotten nowhere.
ReplyDeleteThis war… seems to have started in a hate and revenge cycle that has dragged all of Europe into chaos, I believe. The failure of Austrians wanted revenge for the death of their king, so they chose to target Bosnia…which brought Russia into the fray…which brings us French into this conflict as well. Germans were allied with the Austrians, so there’s a hope that this war will give France the chance to get revenge at last.
Gah! But who knew the Germans would go to France first? They must’ve had this planned from the start…but no matter, they didn’t get far in trying to overthrow the glorious French force. They crossed into Belgium, and then got Britain into our side of the war! I do feel bad for the Belgiums, getting the first look into this “new” age of war, machine guns, absurd gasses, and new machines…After a glorious victory at the Battle of Marne, the endless battle…of trenches, started. Men settled into trenches, making NO progress whatsoever, and a brutal stalemate was reached. This “glorious war” that everyone was raving over had turned into a dirty mess of death, harsh trench conditions, and a truly horrifying experience.
If their battles on land weren’t enough, Germany’s taking their “U-Boats” to sea and set up a war zone! Britain’s not assisting much at sea as well…adding food to the contraband list. Now, that’s just torture for innocent citizens like many working class people like me! There are already casualties among the innocent citizens in battles, and now we have to struggle for food?! This might turn out like the food issue in the French Revolution if this war lasts any longer. Someone, please come in and end this senseless conflict already. (I’m talking to you, AMERICA!)
If America joins, they’ll be on the German side. After all, we are winning. You should join the ‘Down with Britain, Up with Chocolate’ movement. Chocolate is so much better than cake. If only you hadn't killed Marie Antoinette. Then maybe you'd have so much cake that it wouldn't matter about the contraband on food.
DeleteFrench Revolution connection ALERT! Somebody is ready for the final which is a short 5 months away!
DeleteNice work Voravich.
Hey Augustine how bout you worry bout your country. We 'mericans don't need your war. we are doing great without it. countries buy our goods, and our economy grows. Why in tarnation would we help end something that is making us money? Plus it would waste the money we just earned, waste young men who are making an honest living over here like my good, hardworkin, son Bucky. Anyways, the war hasn't got anything to do with us right now. The only thing thats happened that could get us in in this so called "World War" is the sinking of that darn boat, The Lucitania. Even though 128 of us 'mericans died (bless their souls) it wassn't the German's fault. All they see under water are the hulls and you can't tell what boat it is by looking at the hulls. Also the Germans sent out a warning not to go on the boat so its really the people's fault.
ReplyDeleteOther than that i really couldn't care less bout this war. I'm sure it will just blow over and we won't get involved in it. We are an ocean away, plus we have ourselves a pretty nice army to defend ourselves with so we will be more than fine. other than that my wife still hasn't stopped with that darn talking bout " My mans got two jobs" well, it seems if we 'mericans do go to war you will have to get a job so i can say "my girls got one job and she still can't make a good sandwich"
excuse me? i make the best sandwich in the whole state thank you very much, and i bet your wife does the same! and what do you mean you couldnt care less about this war?? This is our time to shine- we could win this thing and prove to everyone how great America is. so get on board sonny boy
DeleteJake as much as a I enjoy your posts, please double check spelling/grammar. Or soon you'll be making ham and cheese sammies for everyone. And you're wife will be saying here mans got 3 jobs, one of which is a cafeteria sandwich maker.
DeleteIt was those German's fault! They dragged Britain into this war by killing innocent people in the streets of Belgium and declaring this. Over a 80 year old paper?, you say. Yes! An 80 year old piece of paper and when us British say something and it's documented it will be followed. We wouldn't have gotten into this war if it wasn't for the greedy German only looking for revenge. I thought we were civil people who talked things out? But this isn't only Germany's fault, oh no they just dragged into this. Austria-Hungary is where it started declaring war against Serbia when their Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated along with his wife in Bosnia by the Black Hand. It's no one's fault except the Austrian-Hungarians that many Serbians hate them but themselves. We understand the great power of having land, as us British have a very powerful empire we are proud of, but we use the great belief to help other countries improve not hate us.
ReplyDeleteAllies, great thing to have in this world but in this war it can be deadly. Just a simple treaty or a friendship lead to this. Allies right now burst this war into great power. Some are a secret which is terrible, declaring war against a country, three others can right behind signed in a war treaty. That's why Britain was smart enough to ally with other countries but if they go into war we don't have to. It's better that way, not getting involved. The small but effected English Channel also helps with not getting involved as I have said before. But the separation of water does not mean Germany may create a war zone against us. Don't they know we have an amazing Navy? Fools, just fools. But we will fight, to defend our Anglo-Saxon race against those Huns.
~Gemma
Great post and connections to how Europe slipped into this war Yamilka!
DeleteHi there! It’s Giovanni Monacelli (Alec S.) again. The war to end all wars! HA! More like the war to show that Italy will annihilate anybody who messes with us. What was the cause of the war? Easy, it was obviously the Germans. They were the first country to support the problem country, Austria-Hungary. Why would they give support to a country that all of Europe and probably most of the world hates. If Germany didn’t support in abusing Serbia then maybe us Italians another European country could have handled the situation with a small war instead of Germany protect A.H and instigating problems with any country that tried to mess with Austria. As much as us Italians want to prove our great power, I think it is a terrible circumstance for us to prove this. We chose to be allies with Germany and A.H solely because Germany is very powerful, but after their army screwed up at the Battle of the Marne, I think we need to fix our decision and get the hell out of this alliance. Oh how I loathe the Germans. Even though they may be our allies (for now!) they walk around thinking they are so great and can walk into anywhere and just wreak havoc and take them over as they tried in France. I greatly respect the French for the fight and heart they put into holding off the Germans. I mean I know they are our “allies” but hopefully that changes soon. They are some of the cocky, arrogant, jerks that knock my writing. On top of these, us Italians need to prove that we are a dominant power. We must expand! The land over in Austria-Hungary seems to be ready for the taking. I have a feeling our military feels the same way I do when I say to ditch the central powers! There is no telling where this war could lead us and the rest of the world. Even though the side us Italians are on will win, we don’t want to see the whole world perish for the wrong doings of one country.
ReplyDeleteYou want to know what I think of the Schlieffen plan? It was absolutely insane! This catastrophe of a plan is probably why I’ve been fed up most with the Germans. I mean I understand they have a substantial amount of power, but there is no way they could ever march right through France and into to Russia taking over both in the process. The Battle of the Marne was where the allies first stop the Germans. I mean they did get pretty far into France and close to the capital, but did they honestly think that the French were just going to let them finish them off? The Allies dug deep (literally to build trenches and figuratively) and crushed the Germans chance of quick victory, and crushed my faith in the power of the Germans. A quick victory over France? Germany wishes. They should stick to helping take over small helpless countries like Serbia. I know they are our allies but they are dragging Italy down I tell you! I have read about the trench warfare where the soldiers literally dig deep into the ground, forming trenches where soldiers would eat, sleep, and fight. The Germans are kind of screwing my country because of their stupid contraband areas. What if we go to one of those areas to fight. How are not only Italian soldiers but also any soldiers going to be supplied with food? I have a cousin named Alfonzo who was forced to come back from the war due to getting the disease trench foot which is disgusting. His foot looked as if an animal had been chewing on it for weeks! He told me stories of tanks, machine guns, and zepplins (what the heck is that?) which I will be writing about soon after I finish my novel on the amazing Garibaldi.
Yeah, Italy looks to be a hardcore Central power. very loyal to the Triple Alliance. Not like it signed a secret treaty or anything to switch sides for some land and a few empty promises. Come on. That'd just be silly.
DeleteWoah! Hold your horses there! If any one was to have started this war, it was Serbia and not us wonderful Germans! You're the terrible one who goes against an alliance just for a tiny bit of land. What happened to fair war and not sneakily attacking others! Damn those Italians!
DeleteHello, my friend in Italia, glad to see you have joined the good side. Great choice!!! Not only will you get land from Austria-Hungary or easily win this war, but you will get the luxury of fighting alongside the great country of France!! So, good luck in your journeys and I believe I should get the first copy of the novel my man, for free, of course.
DeleteI hope thats a signed copy your giving away!
DeletePeople these days are coming up with the most creative ways to kill people and protect themselves in war! Everybody knows about the boring, regular, old gun. Sometimes it is made fancier by putting a bayonet, aka a human skewer, on the end so they can fight up close. They also have the machine gun that just fires a lot of bullets really quickly. Have you ever heard of the poisonous gases they use? I have heard from my older brother that the worst kind of gas they use in war is mustard gas. I told him it sounded like something you would put on one of Mama’s sausage sandwiches. I guess you would die if you ate that hunk of heaven! My big brother said the soldiers can’t smell the gas, but it will do a number on your body before finally killing you. I just think he’s trying to scare me though.
ReplyDeleteThinking about all the weapons kind of scares me, but I like how they transport them. I have seen a picture of a tank in the local newspaper. They look so funny and I can’t believe that people actually fit in there! The huge balloon looking things are fun to watch fly over us, even though it doesn’t happen very often. Those planes are just loud and annoying though. What soldiers wouldn’t be able to here them coming from a mile away?! They should easily be shot down. I don’t really mind when I think about the fact that I won’t have to go to war because I am a girl. I feel lucky that I will never have to use these weapons to kill anyone.
I agree with you! The weapons are crazy! Especially those planes, they are huge and loud making them easy to be shot down, I don't think they are very helpful. Also, it's great being a girl and knowing that we wont have to go into the war. I would hate to have to use those horrible weapons to kill another person!
DeleteBoy, a lot of stuff has happened since my post! Things are really heatin up in Europe, and I feel like we should join in. I’ve been reading many newspapers lately, so I’m caught up in all the drama of this “war to end all wars”. From reading lots of different point of views, I myself have gained an opinion of who started this War. I have also gained an opinion on the saucy boy from Britain, Winston Churchill- what a hottie- but let’s get back on track. I think that the darned country of Serbia started this skirmish. It all started with Gravillo Princep, the fool who killed Franz Ferdinand. After this assassination, Austria Hungary started fighting with Serbia in vengeance of their dead ruler. Then, since Germany is an ally of Austria-Hungary, they promised to help fight Serbia. Lots of countries started to mobilize, and there was no stopping this. So, as you can see, I put the blame to Serbia for starting all this, though I’m not complaining. I want all the men of America to be fighting, to show that our nation is the greatest!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, I almost forgot to mention the so-called “trench warfare” going on. It was actually very interesting when I read about it, as gruesome as it sounds. Apparently the soldiers in Europe are fighting in these trenches they have dug so they have a place to hide among the “no man’s land”, areas with deadly traps and weapons waiting. The military men shoot form these trenches and basically live in these retched things. They are all muddy, unsanitary, and plagued with rats and fleas. The thing that struck me the most was the “trench foot” the soldiers got from being in them 24/7. It’s this nasty infection you get from the grossness, and apparently it like disintegrates your foot into little stubs. Reading that gave me nightmares for weeks! And this is coming from a girl who runs through the hood every morning in a pantsuit (which is practically asking to get shot). Anyways, I hope I didn’t bore you with this really long post, because some of it bored me writing it. Also, I hope I got all the info right about what’s going on in Europe, remember, I’m a seamstress not a journalist. Well, goodnight my fine fellows!
Jane! Good speaking with you on this fine day! I firmly agree that we should participate in this upcoming war. For a not being a journalist, you sure have some good points. That trench foot is awfully disgusting if I say so myself, and those trenches sure don't smell like fresh cotton! I enjoy discussing the latest new with you!
DeleteHi I am writing to you from Britain, and I agree that you should join the war! America is a very strong and powerful country, and I feel that our forces together will be unstoppable! I do disagree with you, however, on the cause of the war. Germany caused all of this. They think that they're the strongest power in Europe, when it's clearly Britain! I urge you to spread the news on the war to everyone you know! Word needs to get around America that they need to join!
DeleteJulius Rutherford (Or Ashby Hobart, depending on your perspective)
ReplyDeleteWhelp... Didn't see that coming. The cause of this war was clearly jealousy by Germany of Britain's superiority and perfection. They've been stuck in second place for so long, and I
imagine they were tired of it. Damn Germans. Sore losers, all of them. So I know a lot of you blokes and blocks think Britain sucks because we banned food from coming into Europe. So? To all
you ladies wanting to drop a few pounds, take this chance while you have it. I mean, countries should be able to feed their own population, or else they're too weak to rule. Has anyone seen
the rape of Belgium? Sure, we don't care about the people we just want to keep our port safe, but Germans did some brutal shtuff. And besides, Germans sink all ships in sight, even an American
cruise ship. THAT'S total war. America right now needs to stop dragging its feet and commit already. Cowardly pickled fish-tail things, the lot of you.
I'd like to take a moment to point out Germany's plan will fail. The Schliefflen plan would have been effective, but, like America, they should've commited all their forces. If they
had, maybe the boys on land could have taken out all of the enemy with one good calvalry charge. But nooOOOoo, let's just only send in two-thirds, sticking all Great Britain's dapper young gents
into smelly, wet trenches. Things like the trenches make me glad to serve in the Royal Navy. How do they put up with it? Lice, rats, trenchfoot, just add men and stir. Instant hellhole. And the
worst of it all is the stalemate, locked in place as it is. The kooks back home have been coming up with some weird weapons. I've heard they're using some sort of chemical gas to kill people? I
have a brother. he can provide all the gas and hot air needed to take care of the Germans. What will win the Western front is undoubtedly the French's new Portable Enemy Enfiltration (PEE) devices.
Full protection, mobility, and no way of seeing jack. That's the game changer right there. Oh, and shoutout to Russia for being a little baby doo doo head and calling it quits. Hey my tea's done!
We will win this war for mother Russia! Ha this should bring back some land. I wonder how long the fight will be. I’m almost certain the boys won’t be home for Christmas. I’m almost certain. It’s going to take a pretty long while for our troops to assemble though. Well that’s Russia.
ReplyDeleteI’m not sure whether to sign up or not for the war. There’ll be a lot of troops going out of here and I know one more person can make a difference but I’m not as limber as I used to be. We got Serbia’s back on this one I know that for a fact. Finally, the Czar does something right for once. Germany watch out for us.
(Simon petrokov)
DeleteIt's funny how you still think you can win. You commies already gave up land to the greatest nation in the world! You aren't even industrialized yet! You can't transport your men as well, they have to walk, and you don't even have the best weapons! Germany is wrecking in this world war!
DeleteJust like a wrecking ball, Germany is crushing the Russians. At least for now.
DeleteAll of these men need to stop making wars everywhere they go. How dare Germany have to be involved everywhere! They need to mind their own business and we will mind ours. I swear their mothers never taught them anything! Everything happening now is Germany’s fault and they need a good smack to the head. How in the world do they expect to fight a two front war and having to constantly repair their falling allies? They don’t dare expect to leave Russia behind doing this whole Shlefelen Plan (or as I like to call it the stupid plan, sorry Mr. Shlefelen.) By far the Germans did not think this through, how did they expect to get through Belgium without Britain getting their undies in a bunch and attacking the Germans? And this whole food thing for Britain not letting anything in the country? And the area of water where Germany will sink any ship in the water? Every country needs some time out time before the whole world explodes. Even my own officials in Russia! STAY OUT OF THINGS AND FOCUS OF YOUR OWN PEOPLE. I should write them a strongly worded letter. For example we just had a revolt against our own government. Maybe that’s a hint to them to leave the war and focus on us. We come first not countries miles away.
ReplyDeleteBut things in my own life aren’t good. All of my seven cousins left just me and my uncle to join the war. My uncle even said he would go too but due to the fact he got sick when he was a young boy and lost both his legs and seven fingers he’s not exactly fighting material. And will all the boys leaving my friends from school said some of their mothers are going to work in factories. Of course I’m happy women actually get to do something but I miss my cousins and seeing the lovely boys at school. With food shortages and no men around there is no point to get up every day and continue on with the whole country in despair. Oh boy do I wish things will get better.
Hallelujah! Finally, a European with some brains, I'm not normally fond of (wait what are you again), but anyways I complete agree. All of Europe needs time out's in separate corners, and a government should prioritize taking care of it's own people, not petty feuds.Write that letter are refuse to go to war. I mean, it might be harder because your people haven't industrialized or even succeed in becoming Democratic for any length of time, but I'm sure with people like you, you'll get there eventually.
DeleteWow, I'm not so good at this typing thing, you don't really need it in the factory. * completely *outs
DeleteMY fellow Russian friend, I am glad to inform you that we have achieved what you wanted! We were able to stop all of the wars, for Russia at least. Thankfully, our revolutions paid off and we were able to escape the death of "The Great War." All of this battling and bloody trench warfare was avoided. I am sure that your cousins will make it back safely now. We have successfully signed The Treaty of Brest- Litovsk. We are slowly but surely pulling out of this war.
DeleteI am sure he will accept your apologies about his plan, but not about spelling his name wrong. Schliefflen, unlike myself, was a real stickler for spelling and grammar.
DeleteHans Crowitz (Nick MacInosh)
ReplyDeleteIt has happened, although I am not surprised. The “Great War” as some call it has begun. Although it is a tragedy that a massive war has started, I am not too worried. As I said, my children are too young to fight, and if I get drafted, I can pay it off. I did hear from sources that because this war is so massive, that it might even effect civilians. Again, I am not worried. I am rich so if there is a food shortage, I will surely get the first ration. And if something happens to my house, I can always move to my estate Switzerland.
If I were to blame someone for starting war, I would have to blame Bulgaria. Bulgaria is the country in which Franz Ferdinand was killed. He was killed by Gavrilo Princip. He was with an anarchist group called the “Black Hand.” Bulgaria knew they wanted Ferdinand dead but they still let them in the country. Although they were from Serbia, the Serbian government did not support them(they should of done something about them though).
Hans, you are right there no need to worry. My boys Jurgen and Ulrich are both fighting the war. Those half minded Britain’s don’t stand a chance to our army. The British and French are just in our way, this will be as easy as taking candy from a baby. ( I wouldn’t do that but you wanna know who would, those British half-wits)
DeleteNice post, sure is nice to have an estate to escape to!
DeleteThis stupid man I elected before for president of beautiful America is being a total nincompoop. Woodrow Wilson is officially not being reelected by one Norman “All American” Washington. This is what this country needs. A war is what we need as America. This is “the war to end all wars” isn’t it, so why shouldn’t the greatest country of all be the greatest hero and win the war.
ReplyDeleteIf we do get in I might enlist to be one of those artillery guys shooting from miles away. My grand pappy shot cannons and was a colonel in the civil war and I think I should follow him. My Friend in the north end, whose bakery sells the best cannolis in this fine country of America who I pass every time I go jogging in my American flag jumpsuit, thinks I am completely right on going wanting war and hopes the best of luck for me. I’m itching just thinking about fighting those Germans. And when I come back a war hero I will win the love of my sweetheart who I want to marry.
( acedently posted on wrong topic sorry about that and I made a comment on that topic too, sorry for all of that)
DeleteNothing like a few scars from war to show off.
DeleteHello, fellow bloggers, this is Peter Smith (formerly something else), (aka Victoria Beyer). Flint Michigan is doing fine; thank all of you for not asking. You know there are more things going on in the world than the war in Europe. People keep calling it the “Great War” and the “War to End All Wars”, but personally, I don’t see what’s so great about it. So what, a bunch of bloody thirsty Europeans are bickering because some count, duke, or lord, or something, from a pathetic little country in the middle of a bunch of weird countries got killed because he was flaunting his power.
ReplyDeleteThe only thing I really care about is all of this idiotic contraband and war zones and garbage. These filthy Germans are being cowards; they are going underwater and attacking ships, I have never heard of anything so offensive. Fortunately, after the Lusitania disaster, the great Woodrow Wilson put a stop to that. I’m no hippie but I couldn’t be bothered to fight a war right now, unlike you war hungry mongrels. The biggest problem he created was how he’s making it impossible to get German or Austrian goods. Not that I really want their goods, but they’re convenient and cheap.
Here’s the issue with Germany, they can’t do anything well. They had a decent plan that even considered how long Armies took to mobilize, but then they ticked off Britain, and everyone knows you can never underestimate an Anglo-Saxon without feeling their wrath. England got involved and then they stopped the Germans in their tracks. I’m not that fond of the French, since they’re all hung up on a flowery little criminal who pranced around on horseback all the time. They don’t have any good leaders, like George Washington for example. Either way with the help of England they put a stop to the Germans, but of course, because Britain has become a flowery little nation as well, they couldn't kick them out and now they’re stuck like their in flypaper. Who’s at fault? I don’t know, but one thing’s certain, it’s not America and its definitely Flint Michigan's fault.
Sorry guys, typo: "its definitely NOT Flint Michigan's fault."
DeleteI feel you need to be more involved in this situation. Don't keep yourself out of everything. Getting involved may just save your life from this war raging on
DeleteI agree with everything you say about them bloody Germans. They are idiots, and have no clue what they are doing! Sinking the Lusitania was a tragedy, and I have great sympathy for you and your country! America should come to war, and be with us Brits. We would make a great team!
DeleteGoing underwater does not make us cowards. It is simply one of our battle strategies, and an advancement on water travel. Yet I agree that some of our inventions could use some editing. Yes, the sinking of the Lusitania was upsetting but they had been warned. We took out adds in the newspapers specifically to tell people that if they entered the war zone, they would be shown no mercy no matter who they were, it is a war zone after all. What is a cruise ship doing coming over to Europe when we are at war in the first place? Is it relaxing to hear gun shots and bombs and see people dying?
DeleteVictoria- Nice post, I wish you kept the offensive name, but hey what can ya do!
DeleteAndrea- great job defending Germany's actions.
Hello my fellow bloggers, I’m back to update you on my feelings and beliefs about this war to end all wars. Well on my past few jogs I’ve been going into town to fetch myself the newspaper to catch up on my gossip, when I came upon this article with the heading “The War To End All Wars”. It started off very interesting talking about how the Serbians killed the archduke of Austria- hungry which led them into war. Germany and Russia joined the war to help each of the opposing sides, following with all of the allies, ah I see why they called it a world war. But what I was really surprised to read about was the Lusitania, which my family’s friend was on. I told her not to go, but why would she listen to me nobody In America would listen to me, dang us stupid Americans. Anyways Brittan, our greatest friend, I mean our friend since were neutral towards all put food on their contraband list, forcing Germany to apply a war Zone causing any boat that went into the war zone to be sunk Hence the Lusitania sunk in the war zone.
ReplyDeleteNow in my opinion we Americans should be sending our husbands and sons off to war to defeat those stupid Germans, but that’s not my decision well that Woodrow Wilson’s decision. But I don’t know why he would go to war if his new presidential slogan is all about peace. But I still believe in marching our troops over in there in their American flag jumpsuits to goo kick so European butt. So until next time my fellow bloggers.
Nobody in America will listen to you because you are wrong! Our country does not need to send our men off to fight some war we are not part of. We are not stupid, we are being smart and keeping our men safe.
DeleteGood work girls, nice posts.
DeleteLuis Smith (Shea M.)
ReplyDeleteThe sun never sets on the British Empire. We are not scared of the Germans. They may have the greatest army in the world, but us Brits have the best navy in the world. They can come at us all they want, we’re ready, and strong. They mess with Belgium, they mess with us Brits. We have some techniques to get everyone to hate all the dirty blooded fools. I’ve been on my U- boat for a week now. I’ve been working hard as hell in my area in the war zone. I really miss my wife, Marta, but my navy troops need me. I got the best shot on my team, and I’m the only one that can shoot the U- boats perfect aim every time! I’m a top notch official naval officer, and Britain is going to win WW1 no matter what. I’m honestly excited for the start of this war. It’s going to help Britain look even better to not only Brits, but every country in the world. This is one of the greatest things I’ve ever heard. Finally, us Brits could potentially rule this whole world. I know there’s a stalemate now, but not for long! Germany when you’re ready come and get it nananana.
Haha, great Selena Gomez reference! Your 100 years ahead of your time, but I think that is what she is referencing in the song.
DeleteVincenzo D’Alessandro here and might I say this war for us Italians is not really needed. Though, we must free our fellow Italians from the clutches of those Austria-Hungary. So this war will be perfect for us to help them out so joining the Allies was for the best of interest. Also as for whom to blame, I say those damned Serbians are to blame. If they didn’t kill the Archduke there would be no need for all of this and they also had a chance to make up for it by just listening and accepting what the Austrians wanted. Though getting our fellow Italians back with us is much more of a concern.
ReplyDeleteWell during this war a lot of stuff has happened like the British with their contraband list and Germany with their War Zone. Sure the British thing that banning food from everyone inland was a smart idea but now a lot of people hate them and think they are also making war with innocent civilians. Also the Germans with their War Zone that soon ended up backfiring and making them quiver in their pants doing anything to prevent America from joining this war. Oh and who could forget what happened when they tried their Schlieffin plan, but they also messed that up too and got Britain into the war. Oh those silly Germans don’t they know how serious the British can get. Thought it wasn’t till the Battle of Marne that the Allies were actually able to put a hold on Germany. Once they got to this stalemate both sides just tried doing whatever they could to crack an in in each other’s defenses. They tried making new weapons, armor, tunnels, airstrikes, and who knows what else there could have been. But this was only the western front on the east it was the Austrian-Hungary and Germans vs. the Russian and soon they just bow out because they couldn’t handle the other. Though Italy isn’t much of a factor in this war as for all we want is to get that land and then we are good for now, but in hindsight this war has caused a lot more trouble for the civilians than needed. Well this is the end for my news now come back another time for some more!!
I wish that you Italians would've just stay with us in our amazing central power. Join those French and Russians in my opinion wasn't your brightest idea my friend. I do although understand why you wanted land back from the Austrian-Hungary people, but if you easily just stayed with us then you could've possibly gained thier trust and had come to a treaty with them over some amount of land. You're always allowed back (i think) just throwing that out there. it does get quite lonely (please return to us)
DeleteMaybe once this war is over all our countries will be able to come a an agreement and become friendly neighbors and just learn to be friends.
DeleteIf Germany had only gone through a different country to France, we might have avoided this entire mess. We might have even had a fighting chance. Yet, maybe if we had followed Schlieffen’s plan we’d have a fighting chance. If we hadn’t destroyed Belgium, Britain would not have been brought into the war, beginning the Trench Wars. But alas, it is not only Germany’s fault. Maybe if that group of anarchists did not decide to assassinate Franz Ferdinand like a bunch of idiotic Serbians, this war would not have begun. This war, the war to end all wars, has begun because of this one group of Serbians setting off the keg barrel to explode. This is an outrage. Every country is being dragged into this war because we all decided to become allies. Germany had just ended a four and a half year long war with Britain to find soon after we would join yet another war.
ReplyDeleteThe Great War has started and in my country, Germany, everyone is required to serve in the army. This, sadly, also means my two sons. It's not the glorified warfare that everyone was told about, it is horrible. The soldiers sit in filthy trenches a good distance away from their opponent, making it almost impossible to advance. Anyone who makes it over to the other side can't do much when they get there. Even worse than the style of warfare itself, is the conditions of the trenches. They are filled with rats and filth, and the soldiers have to live in there.
ReplyDeleteMany new weapons and technology is being created to end the war, many of which aren't helping. Vehicles like the zeppelin and tanks don't work well. They tanks are too slow making them and easy target, and the zeppelin is way too big making it an even easier target. If more time was spent making new technology, then it would work better. But the problem is, there is no time. The war is overwhelming and technology is being thrown together as fast as possible, and then becomes almost pointless to have in battle. I'm interested to see how this war plays out.
The great war has started! Germany is supporting Austria-Hungary after their archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated. That is the most terrible thing I have ever heard! Those barbaric Serbians should be ashamed. I hope we can help Austria-Hungary. The Serbians asked the Russians for help. This makes this war a little harder to fight. On the bright side we get to fight France on the eastern front because they are allied with Russia. My family will not be at risk because I have enough money to spare us. This war is growing and becoming more deadly every moment. I hear young men talking about signing up for the war. They all think they will be home in no time and that this war will be a piece of cake.
ReplyDeleteBritain has joined the war just because of Belgium! They should have stayed out of it. The German troops are going to push through them just like they are doing to the French. The Schliefflen plan was not put in full effect. It probably would have worked if it had been put in to full force. I go to the synagogue and pray for the German soldiers every week. I hear stories about the trenches. They are terrible places filled with mud, mice, and disease. The men are exposed to gunfire, poison, and the weather. I have seen pictures of “trench foot” and it looks like the most painful thing in the world. I hope Germany can win this battle soon so the soldiers can come home! Some of the new weapons being used are very deadly. I read this article in the paper about the use of chemicals! I would think that’s a little crazy. I simply hope everyone is being as safe as possible. Germany is strong and I know we can win this war. There is no way those pathetic French can beat us! We will be dining on their croissants when this war is over.
-Hans Lasker
Nothing like a good prayer at the synagogue for the troops.
DeleteJames Collins again. Boy, am I glad America isn’t involved in this “war to end all wars.” It sounds brutal! I’ve been hearing talk about tanks, machine guns, and poisonous gases. There is no way I want my country involved in this. We are not being affected by the war, so why get ourselves involved? There is no need to send our troops over to France and have them get killed just so we can make some allies. America is fine without Europe. Heck, look at us now! While they are fighting in muddy trenches in the ground with a lack of supplies, us Americans are enjoying our daily trips to the gym and dinner with our families. No one would want to give that up for problems that are going on oversea.
ReplyDeleteYes, I do realize that America will be affected sooner or later by the war, but lets wait till later. I have heard about the sinking of the Lusitania and I am very saddened to hear about the 128 Americans that have passed, but that is no reason to get ourselves involved. Those Germans are crazy! Who sinks a cruise ship? This whole war zone thing is a mess! If we get involved, who’s to say Germany won’t declare a war zone around America? Then we will really be in trouble! For now, I feel we need to see how this war plays out, and I would love to do so in the safety of my home.
Yeah, feel that way while you can! This war really is awful, but you really should join because it would help my people a lot. We could make this a quick and easy war with your help.
DeleteI think the real question here is: why NOT get yourself involved in this war! It is, as you said the war to end all wars! Wouldn't you like to be able to say that you and your oh-so great country of America got involved and participated and maybe even won some land?! It may be a little ugly now, but soon France will knock everyone out and claim everything for their own.
DeleteYES! Finally, someone who agrees with me! A fellow American as well, how pleasant! I’m so glad that there are still rational, knowledgeable people in this world. I absolutely agree, war would do nothing more than tear our beloved country apart. Why should we need to be affected by these ridiculous war zones and the whole ware in general?! Why would we let our healthy, young men off to fight another country’s fight? We should really discuss our thoughts more often; you seem like a well-minded man!
DeleteHello fellow bloggers, Felix Petersen here to share my thoughts on the starting of this “War to end all wars” Maybe if Serbia could’ve controlled their people, and accept things the way they were, my boys would still be at home and not in the trenches. It all started when the archduke, Franz Ferdinand, and his wife were parading around Bosnia and got assassinated. First of all I would like to ask why he would be parading around an area that he just annexed. Was it not clear to him that they don’t like him there or the areas surrounding? If that wasn’t bad enough he was even attacked but kept going on with the parade anyways. If people are trying to kill you, you don’t keep going on a path where there could be more people with the same goal. I get that he was trying to show his bravery and whatnot, but really? In my opinion it is all Serbia’s fault.
ReplyDeleteAs a German citizen I would like to say that since we are already in this war, that we will win. I just hope that we can win quickly and get our troops back home, I worry dearly for my boys. From a letter that I received not too long ago from them I learned that they are both using machine guns. They told me of the men that are getting trench foot, how they scream in pain at night and when it gets really bad they have to get amputations. With the Schliefflen Plan I think we have a fair chance at winning this war, but we have to consider the Russians to the East. If all of our troops are in the West fighting France then there will be no one here to protect Germany.
Great post Andrea!
DeleteMy son is also in the trenches and I wish he would come home too.I was unaware of this Franz Ferdinand guy and why his assassination started this war. I have never liked any other country and now that I know who started this war, I know who to blame if my son gets killed.
DeleteWilfred Jackson here again! (Steven Mendez) It seems there is a world war going on. Good for Europe. I could care less to be honest. As long as it doesn't affect me, life is great!The president doesn't seem like we'll be in war anytime soon so I'm thrilled. These europeans can do whatever they want. Just leave me & my fellow americans alone and ill stay a happy man.
ReplyDeleteThis so called "war to end all wars" seems pointless to me. All these soldiers stuck in trenches, filthy conditions and what not. The last thing we need is to send our American youth to be sent out to these terrible conditons. I have 3 young sons. do you think i want to see them die? Or come back, without a limb or foot? Of course not. I want all my sons to be succesful and live the american dream just like I have.
I agree!! Even if we have to go there. Our new technologies and inventions can face those horrible trenches. I'm glad to here things are going good for you too becuase if this war includes us then we might be heading to the trenches to kick some European behind!!
Delete. Hello!!!! It’s Giles Smith from the greatest country on Earth, America. A lot has happened since I last blogged. To be honest I believe Serbia started this whole “war to end all wars.” They started it by killing Franz Ferdinand. Then A.H wants to go to war with Serbia but they have to ask Germany for help. Which I don’t see why they can’t fight themselves. Germany joins the war and comes up with the Schlieffen Plan which is the most idiotic plan I have ever heard of. There is no way that they can take over Russia and France at the same time, I mean that’s just insane! Now I hear about those disgusting trenches that they fight in, and if we went to war over in Europe we have all the newest technologies and we could make arrangements in those trenches. I was glad to hear on how the Germans got defeated at the Battle of the Marne and now their plan is ruined. If my America went to war we could join the Allies and take over Germany and A.H. I mean we could take over the world we would be unstoppable with our army and navy. But as of right now I’m fine with the way things are going over here because I don’t have to fight and I got my jumpsuit.
ReplyDeleteNot so fast GILES. I think Your getting a little bit over your head. You are looking over the great country of Pasta and Meatballs. Ohhh im sorry I mean Italy im still thinking of those pasta and meatballs I had 2 nights ago. They were so good. If im not mistaken before you take over the war you would have to go through us and that is just not going to happen. Don't go and cry now cause Christopher Columbus is not going to let you cry in his shoulder. Actually I think hes dead, but whatever. Anyways as I get back to what I was saying it wont be America who takes over the world it will be Italy. That's Right ITALY!
DeleteFirst of all, the Schliefflan plan is not idiotic. We Germans actually have the ability to take over both France and Russia. The trenches work quite well, and we kill anyone in our path. Just because we lost the Battle of Marne, does not mean we are weak. Austria-Hungary couldn't be where they are today without us.
DeleteMake fun of Germany’s plan to defeat the enemies one more time and see what happens. Germany will tear the Americans a new behind. Germany’s plan is BRILLIANT! BRILLIANT I tell you!!! You under-estimate the power of the German Army. Taking over France and Russia at once will be very possible. Don’t make us angry, or we will hurt your country very badly if we ever meet.
Deletehaha, I really enjoyed these posts, great job. Sometimes a good plate of meatballs makes you forget reason Ryan I agree.
DeleteAhhhh! Finally, the war that my mates and I have long waited for. This is our generations chance to prove just how amazing we are. I have heard numerous roomers that this Austrian archduke was shot and killed by some nobody of Serbia and that is what started this war. Well to that killer, I say cheers to you chap! And this whole War Zone rubbish! I don’t see it necessary to send these putrid W-Boats, or whatever they call them, to surround all of Britain. We are such good people I just don’t see their though process on this one. I have also heard about all the complaints from adding food to this, “Contraband List”. We have plenty of food back here in GB and I don’t see why they cannot just get the resources from the land, I mean it is not like they are fighting in a war on this land or anything. However, with the information I have gathered, it is my understanding that the life in the trenches are less than adequate. Rats, flooding, smell of rubbish everywhere I could not imagining living in there; thank Christ that I am in the navy and not army. Not to mention the new warfare these soldiers have to adjust to with the new chemical warfare, automatic weapons, and much more. The stories of what happens to people with trench foot or suffering from mustard gas are horrific, but none the less I am a man so I must go through this. FOR BRITAIN!
ReplyDeleteNice post chap!
DeleteA lot of current events have taken place since the last time I blogged! All of our newspapers have been covered with news from the Central powers and the Allied countries. I think that us Americans should join in and help keep peace between these countries because it might eventually pour over into our sacred country. I will do anything for this country in order to maintain this peace.
ReplyDeleteI believe that this all happened due to that darned country of Serbia. I mean they were the ones that sent Gravillo Princep over to kill Franz Ferdinand, which was when all this disaster struck in the first place! To get even with Serbia, after the death of their king, Austro-Hungary as well as Germany and other allied countries contributed to the beginning of World War I. Once the countries came together, there was no way they could end this feud without a fight. Don’t you see why I think that Serbia is at fault? If our troops came in, we could show our pride for our country and maybe we could rub it off to others. We could prove that our country is truly the best!
Also according to the American Gazette, there has been chaos in “no man’s land.” There has been fighting along this area for a while. Many soldiers have been issued into the military because they think “they will be home by Christmas.” What they don’t know is that the only way they will actually be home for Christmas is if they lost a foot or two due to trench foot. Trench foot is this awful infection that erodes away at the feet due to water in the trenches and unclean socks. Many of them have been affected by this and other deadly gases that have been shot over by the enemy, like mustard gas. It boils your skin and leads to a slow, painful death. This by far has to be the worst living conditions especially when you have to sleep next to dead corpses, body limbs, and rodents... how gross! The fighting usually takes place between the trenches, as a somewhat source of protection from the enemy. The sounds of bombs and gunshot these people must be experiencing must be life changing, but I guess it’s just all for the love of their country. This is why nationalism is so powerful in every country, not just mine.
Signing off-
Marcus Brown
I totally agree with you Marcus, America should be in this war, but president Wilson refuses to go to war because of his presidential campaign that's all about peace. But we should be in Europe rubbing off or American pride. Now you see trench foot in one of the down side about to going to war but all the women that stay home can work in the factories and help make boots for all the soldiers in the war.
DeleteJohn Smith (Alyssa Tocci)
ReplyDeleteHello, my fellow bloggers, this is John Smith, back once more to socialize about World War 1. And as we all can see, this war has finally started. I think Austria-Hungary started the war. They made a deceleration of war on Serbia. I can see how it has taken affect in European countries, but I do not think America should get too involved. As I have said before, America should not be getting involved with Europe's problems. If we, America, can stay back and let them sort out their own problems, that would be for the best. But, I do think they should stop fighting. As soon as they can end this nonsense, the better, before it starts to affect America.
Karlheinz Kruger (Andrew Pallaria)
ReplyDeleteRecently hearing from my son Dragobert I've heard all about the war and its unpleasantries. My point of view would be it was the Serbians fault for killing the arch duke. Sadly enough though we had to be dragged in along with these Austrian-Hungary people all because we wanted to go to war with the French. Anyway though it is quite hard to focus on this whole blaming game because I'M STARVING. This stupid contraband on food is quite the annoyance. ALL BECAUSE SOME PEOPLE *cough BRITAIN cough* think that food shouldn't be allowed in war. Seriously, think for a moment. A human being can only last without food for a week or something (or three days, or one of the two). This only brought the whole War Zone upon themselves. The only bad thing is though those Americans don't really know how to read their newspaper do they? We tried to warn them, but nooooooo don't listen to the Germans. Nice try trying to bring over all that gunpowder and such in the boat, because if we didn't then the British would've had a nice amount of resources on them. That would've been a huge problem for us.
Speaking of problems our beloved Schliefflen plan would've worked if he just held on for a little longer. Unfortunately, he just had to die. Life will move on without him, R.I.P Schliefflen. The only problem with his death is the fact that with our new commander pulling some of the troops out our forces won't be able to take out France as easily as they could have. If our troops had stayed, then the battle of the Marne could have ended with us winning rather then being stopped by those British pansies. All because we touched their precious Belgium port they had to come in and wreck our plans. Now we're fighting with Russia on the other Eastern front and its all one big mess. I do have to say though, the weapons being used are quite interesting, according to Dragobert. Chemical gases and zeppelins and machine guns and tanks and tiny armored crawling things! All used to just reach the other trenches. Those trenches though are quite the nasty things. Luckily we have our higher ground advantage so all of our sewage and such goes into theirs. I do feel quite bad though for them. All of the reports of the "trench foot" and what our chemical gases do to them is quite horrid. This is only to show superiority in the war though. Hopefully my son makes it home safely and soon.
-Karlheinz Kruger
No hard feelings to you Germans, but we wanted to take back our people and land that those Austrian-Hungarians had. Also i also pray with you in that your believe son shall return safe and sound!
DeleteDear Mr. Kruger
DeleteI Oswald Chesterfield Cobble pot, a prestiged and renowned officer of the Imperial British Navy, can tell you, that you are simply rubbish! Sure, go hide like a coward in your stupidly named “Undersea boats,” but the fact is you sunk an innocent, American, cruise liner. The Americans are quite the vengeful people. You have only brought the raff of Russian, France, America, and Britain on yourselves. Yeah, that’s right, we Brits know what you did to those innocent Belgians. Really makes us wonder if you people have hearts. Anyway, good luck fighting your war cause your going to need it. Long live the queen.
Awesome post Andrew, great job putting some personality in there. I enjoyed reading it and I loved the names you made up!
DeleteRIP Schliefflen should be the German motto of WWI.
Ps looked up a picture of dragobert, weirdo!
DeleteI, Charlotte (Allie Collins), am the proudest mother/wife imaginable. My four boys and husband are all enlisted in the army. At the same time, though, I am VERY worried. I am especially worried because I am the only woman on my road not to have had a casualty in the family. Personally, I think the Germans and British are the cause of this war. They were the ones who started fighting with us! Ugh, there go those awful German soldiers marching through the streets again. They are so obnoxious! They think their stupid Schliefflen plan will work, but no doubt the better army will win. As always, the French reign superior to the Germans. My boys are on their way to fight against the Central powers right now, as a matter of fact. They should be home soon; I must get to the store!
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The fact that my boys are in TRENCHES catching diseases and not eating enough is horrifying. My James and Matthew have already been murdered by those awful Central powers with their advanced technology and I just can’t bear to lose more. A bomb was dropped on James and Matthew was shot by a machine gun. I want my family back! I want to stop working at the factory where my husband used to work, and I want to see my children. I want to be able to afford enough food for at least myself and be warm enough in this godforsaken winter! I want this war over, as it was supposed to be long ago.
Us Germans are not even the slightest bit obnoxious. The start of this war was from the assassination of Franz Ferdinand in Bosnia. It's no doubt that Germany's superior army blows France away. I suggest you go eat a croissant, keep yourself warm, and watch Germany win this war!
DeleteGreat post Allie, I shed a tear or two just reading it.
DeleteCharles Johnson
ReplyDeleteWar has erupted across Europe, and I am still very confident that the British Empire will not be defeated. I’m thankful that I am in the navy, because I cannot even imagine how it must be to live in the trenches. Not that I am a coward, but I prefer to fight on water. This is all Germany’s fault. I could be enjoying a crumpet and some tea but nooo, they HAD to attack Belgium. How ignorant of them. They know that the British army/navy is far more advanced and superior than them. By the way, just because we added food to the contraband list of what is allowed into Europe does not mean that we’re raging war on citizens. We know what we’re doing, and plus other countries should be able to provide their own food! At least we’re not attacking ships like Germany is! That’s just unnecessary and rude. Germany’s Schlieffen Plan failed, just as I expected. I have to admit, it could’ve worked if they actually sent all of their troops. They gave up on a great plan, but I have to say that I’m not surprised.
The weapons that have been created for this war have been absolutely ridiculous. Some weapons are really useful and smart, but some were just simply idiotic. For example, the tanks are basically useless. I could walk faster than how fast the tanks drive, and they can’t even drive over the trenches! What’s the point?? America needs to join us in the war soon. Our forces + American forces = victory!!! Our forces together would be unstoppable and we’d win the war so easily. Come on America, join the party!!
Maybe this war will end and you can finally have your crumpet and tea.
DeleteEli Troy III (Ben T)
ReplyDeleteHello lads, this is your boy Eli strait from Brittan and just wanted to let you all know that we will win the war. Our navy and army are just way too strong for you guys ha ha. Oh by the way I just wanted to point out that Germans did a great job on killing some of the Americans. Now another country wants to kill you guys ha, just making it easier for us. However the Schliefflen plan would of worked but too bad. Better luck next time Germans! However the war zone is brutal with these trenches and diseases such as “trench foot”, only the tough men will make it the top. “The war that will end all wars” HA! Good one lads, if anything this is the wars are just begging. We shall see what happens in the future my fellow bloggers. Good day!
Natalie Bernard (Emma Ryan)
ReplyDeleteWar is going strong throughout almost all of Europe and I do believe that my great country of France is doing exceptional. We are doing great defending our country and battling against others. Although this war could be France’s chance to prove that they are a superior nation even more, I have hear terrible things about the war going on. Men are dying at impossible rates and the conditions are terrible! We currently have trenches dug and we are battling the Germans, who are trying to take over Paris. We are not gaining land, which is not good, but we are not losing it either.
The things I have heard about the trenches are absolutely appalling though. The conditions are terrible and there is no gaining or losing of land so we have been stuck in the same place for a while. I’ve heard about many horrible diseases and injuries you can get from being in the trenches along with normal wounds that you would get in war. There is that awful Trench Foot. I cannot begin to imagine the excruciating pain the soldiers that have it are in. Your feet swell to three times their normal size! If the soldiers survive through that then they can keep their feet and legs but otherwise they have to be cut off! I can’t imagine not having my feet or legs! I’ve also heard that the trenches are full of muddy water and rats that roam around. The men also have horrible cases of lice, ew!
I’ve also heard about new and improved weapons that are being used. There are machine guns that can shoot like you would not believe, but there are also other strange new weapons like the Zepplins, which are flying air crafts filled with bombs and machine guns to drop on enemy territory. The British have also invented the first Tank, which is not very efficient but when it is improved it will be a real game changer. All the countries participating in the war have also been testing out new armor, some of which just looks silly! I heard about soldiers that were assigned a small metal cart that they would put themselves into and crawl across no-mans-land in! What help is that going to be? It’ll be interesting to see what weapons and methods of warfare we will come up with later on. Au Revior!
Bonjour Natalie.No need to worry! The french soldiers are a group of brilliant and powerful men! We have already pushed back the Germans trying to take over our beautiful city of Paris by firing artillery at them left and right! The Germans had no chance of fighting back and instead dug trenched to hide and protect themselves in. We surely scared them off and i will be surprised if they try to attack once again.
DeleteEllo again mates, Oswald here. Just thought I’d share my thoughts on this war that has erupted in main land Europe. I am here to tell you that it is simply rubbish. The Austrian-Hungarians are getting the knickers all twisted over nothing. Sure, their prince may have been assassinated. The only hair to their throne, but that’s what you get when you have and monarchy. Now, those of you who are smart enough to realize that this statement is somewhat hypocritical seeing as we Brits have a monarchy as well. But hers the thing bout our smashing government, it has a Democracy. That’s right mates, our king and queeny have no real power. Their more like figure heads. Anyway though, lets talk bout those scummy Germans. Roomer has it though, that their planning to attack the French. But instead of going head first into France, their going to go through Belgium. Poor French, we all know they couldn’t fight off a brigade of three legged kittens.
ReplyDeletePoor Belgians actually. Why, those Germans have no right I tell you, no right, invading those innocent Belgians. Why, if those Germans are as smart as they think, they’ll keep out of Belgium. Why you may ask, because of a treaty. You see, there is a spot in Belgium that’s only fifteen miles from Britain. So, we Brits created a treaty with the Belgians to protect this port because it would be very, very bad idea to have unfriendly guns pointing at Britain. Not that this would scare us, because we could easily put this down with our navy. Why, I’ll put money on it they due invade Belgium thinking we won’t act on behalf of this treat, cause its around eighty years old. Well if they due, they will be thinking wrong. Why, cause we Brits are trust worthy, loyal, and reliable. Sorry to cut this short chaps, but I’m getting a call from my commanding officer about vital information. Best of wishes to you all.
Haha great post, I like the Knickers in a bunch piece.
DeleteHello, it’s Camellia Caprice (Ally Zagami) again and today I’m here to talk about the war that is going on in Europe. The thing that stands out to me the most about this war is the way of fighting that is going on. There are some pretty crazy weapons and the trenches are disgusting! I don’t know if you have heard but one of the newest weapons that is being used is called a tank. It seems to me that all the tank is, is a giant pile of metal! It can only move about four miles per hour, and it isn’t even able to cross over the trenches so they just fall in and then are useless. Oh and don’t even get me started on the machine guns! Yes, the machine gun had great power, and could cause a lot of damage, like how it was able to fire four hundred rounds per minute and had the fire power of about one hundred guns. However, the machine guns took many people to operate, so it is difficult to use it. I have also heard about this thing called a zeppelin. It’s a giant blimp that carries weapons such as machine guns and bombs…This zeppelin thing seemed like a very good thing at first but they are just so big that they are easily shot down while in the sky. OH… how could I forget about the chemical gas! I think the chemical gases that are being used are just gross. There’s one called mustard gas and what it does is cause chest pains along with burning sensations in the victims’ throats which eventually leads to suffocation.
ReplyDeleteThe other major thing that has stood out to me about the war is the trenches! Ugh hearing about the trenches and seeing pictures of them makes me sick! I think they are just disgusting. Have you ever heard of trench foot? Well if you haven’t heard about it, it’s a very gross disease that basically causes your foot to swell up and eat itself. It’s extremely gross and I can’t stand to think about how people are actually in trenches right now. Well, anyways speaking for my country (Italy) I can honestly say that I’m not worried about anything. This war just needs to hurry up and end. We all know that Italy is going to defeat every other country. There’s no need to even fight in a war when Italy is so amazing, there is nothing that can go wrong. So in the meantime I’m just going to sit back and relax until Italy wins this war!
Very solid post Ally, nice job!
DeleteWas knallen? So, I’ve gotten word from the streets that a war has just been declared, but not just any war. This is the WAR TO END ALL WARS! *cue epic music*Time for our great and powerful country of Germany to show off its guns and make those other countries cower like little puppies. But thank the heavens that my family is not in any way affected by this war. I’ve also heard that the Archduke was assassinated by some drunken dude. I can think of more honorable ways to go but I guess it was just meant to be. So instead of me or my son fighting in the trenches. I’ve also heard of this thing called the “Schliefflen plan”. Supposedly, the whole entire German army is supposed to cut through Belgium and make its way to Paris, but two things are puzzling to me. 1: If we bring the whole army to Paris, who would defend us if some other country just happened to attack us and 2: I thought that England and Belgium had a treaty. This is bad because if Belgium is friends with England and England doesn’t like us, which must mean that Belgium doesn’t either. But who am I to judge? But since my family isn’t involved, I think I’m gonna go take a dip in my money bags. Deutsch starke.
ReplyDeleteI like the German strong sentiment.
DeleteIt was those backstabbing Germans!!! All these other sophisticated European countries, such as France, would never start a war. Even though they decided to start a war, they couldn’t easily win it. They came to our France and we took them on!! I will always remember the Battle of the Marne, the day France made a statement in this war. We stopped them cold in their track! But I will not forget, the help of the British was much appreciated, but everyone knows France could’ve handled it themselves. But of course, these dirty Germans had u-boats and deadly gases up their sleeves, and the war got even worse. One thing is for sure, I will never step foot on a boat that will be entering the war zone. That is, until the dumb Americans decided to take a nice boat ride through there. That ship, the Lusitania, I believe, got blown to bits! But, this did make Germany back off a little, and now have to give warnings to enemy ships before shooting at them. By the way, the tea I’m drinking right now is amazing. Oh, that’s another thing; all of the great allies have stopped giving Germany goods. Ha ha, they get no tea!
ReplyDeleteI spent my days in the trenches, earlier in the war. We used some interesting weapons. I used the bolt-action rifle. Needless to say I was a sharpshooter; my days on Call of Duty have been paying off!
But this war was not as great as everyone made it out to be. The bottoms of the trenches were filled with water, and my feet were freezing, they started to get bigger at the end of my 28 day shift, but I got outta there in time. I saw one of my buddy’s feet bulging out and getting huge and he was in agonizing pain. Rumor has it that his foot got chopped off! There also these disgusting rats down there, feasting on the bodies of my brothers. I would shoot every single one of those rats if I had the chance. OH! Almost forgot, some people had to crawl across No Man’s Land in a box of armor. I couldn’t hold in my laughter… Until, of course, they were being shot at and I had to bust out the old rifle and shoot some of them nasty Germans down. Oh, and a side note, my boys will not be joining the army after that experience. Now I’ll be signing off, and don’t forget: FRANCE IS SOON TO BE VICTORIOUS!!!!
A life without tea? My lord I cannot imagine it.
DeleteA world war?!? To end all wars? What the hell kinda plan is that? The Europeans are crazy!!! And those stupid Serbians have to go assassinate the archduke to set it all off. And of course the Germans jump at the chance to go into warfare, everything planned out accordingly but they won't be able to defeat the French that quickly! And how stupid could they be!?!? Invading Belgium and dragging Britain into the mess! And now they wanna sink American ships?!? They're lucky Wilson is running his campaign on peace or we would've mowed them down already!!
ReplyDeleteThe warfare I'm hearing about is brutal! Trenches and poison gas and nothing to eat but dog biscuits! And "trench foot", that's something awful!!!! I've seen the photos and that's probably the most disgusting thing I've ever seen! I almost vomited! And the European tanks aren't very effective only moving at 3mph haha I could walk faster than that thing!!
Martin Smith, blogging live from Flint, Michigan. Currently, America (as it should always) is keeping its nose out of European affairs! All the stories I hear of tanks and other weaponry makes me wonder what is wrong with these lunatics that want to enter the war. What are we even fighting for? Yes, indeed I heard of the Archduke being assassinated, but in retrospect, what does that have to do with America? If all of these foreigners want to enter the war, then they should go back to Europe, where they can join the war. America should not get involved; the assassination has nothing to do with us! I think that all of these men in Europe are only out fighting to prove their “manliness”. According to them, fighting in the war is the manliest thing a man could ever do! Why would Americans get involved in a war that is killing massive amounts of people? Why would I want to wait in trenches for hours on end, only to advance a few feet? These trenches aren’t what I would want to live in. Why would I want to be sitting in these nasty, sewage-filled, rat-infested trenches (which can give you lice and a disgusting, deadly infection known as Trench Foot), when I could be in the comfort of my own home, away from all the violence?! Not to mention the risk of being painfully suffocated by poisonous gases! The Europeans are using this war as a way to test their new, lethal weapons. What part of that is enticing?
ReplyDeleteLuckily for my family and other American civilians, we have not been affected very much by the war. Sure, the cruise ship incident was bad, but definitely not enough of a reason to wage war! These war zones are ridiculous; Germany could create one around anything it wants! How is that fair? In Britain, there have been restriction and rationing of supplies. Why would I want my food to be rationed? I’m perfectly fine with sitting back and relaxing from America, where it’s war-free and safe. Of course, I have heard of the numerous American ships carrying contraband to aid Britain in the war, once again a waste of America’s resources! Now, I can’t travel without worrying about if I would be sunk by German U-boats! What if America joined the war? What if I was drafted?! What would my family possibly do for means of living? I doubt that the war will even last long, after all the Germans couldn’t even commit to the Schliefflen plan. If they can’t commit to war strategies, how do they expect to be able to defeat anyone?! Let’s just hope this whole war is over soon, and everyone can just go back to minding their own business. Let’s hope America doesn't stick their nose where they don’t belong.
My friends it is I, Isak Zaslavsky. The Great War has begun! It is not the war that we have all been waiting for; it is the horror version. The press cannot stop speaking about this monster of a war. At least Russia got a piece of this war before we wisely pulled out (I will get to this accomplishment later). It has recently come to my attention that most common folk do not know who began this disaster. Therefore I would like to notify all of you people that it was indeed, Austria- Hungary’s fault. They dragged EVERYONE into this mess. Austria- Hungary could have just gone along, minding their business, but no… They HAD to annex Bosnia and send their Archduke, Franz Ferdinand, there. What a bunch of idiots! HE was bound to get shot by someone, whether it was the “Black Hand” or some other Serbian group in Bosnia. What happened after this you ask? THE WAR BEGAN. Austria- Hungary, terrified, asked for Germany’s help and Serbia asked for our help. Everyone began to join the army after this, like a pack of hungry wolves. I was luckily able to save my son from all of this. He wanted to enlist, but I was able to convince him to wait until he was stronger… Thank the lord for that. Germany, AKA the germs, thought that they could pull a fast one on good old Russia. Ha-ha, maybe next time Germany… They used some Schlieffer or shliffen plan. OH WAIT! They used the Schlieffen Plan. There we go… Anyway, they wanted to defeat France quickly (in their dreams) and focus on us. They were probably too chicken to fight a two- front war. Anyway, the germs used the Schlieffen Plan, went through Belgium (a big no-no) and invaded France. That’s the part of the story where I laughed my butt off. Britain got involved into the war due to some treaty with Belgium and this led to the Germans creating another enemy. Man, this is like a game to see who can get the most enemies in a single war. “Ding, Ding, Ding Germany wins.” They have successfully made another enemy. Ha-ha. Anyway, as I was saying, Britain joined the war and The Battle of the Marne began. Germany was stopped by the allies and the bloody trench warfare started. All sorts of scary weapons like machine guns, rifles, tanks, chemical gases, and who knows what else is used in this warfare. I also heard about the trenches being absolutely gruesome with some infection called “Trench Foot” spreading. Thank the Lord; my son was at least saved. Oh yes, I also heard something about Britain adding food to their contraband list and Germany introducing the war zone. Britain declaring war on the citizens and Germany blowing up the Lusitania, don’t seem like very smart things to do. What are they trying to do, keep the war going on forever? *****(Continued on next post)
ReplyDeleteHey Isak, I don't appreciate you trashing on Germany. Go back to Russia and go build some snowmen, or go cross country skiing instead of talking bad about Germany. Please keep your opinions about my wonderful country, and our allies Austria-Hungary to yourself. Just to set the record straight, this war was not Austria-Hungary's fault, it was Serbia's! They were the ones who killed Franz-Ferdinand and sparked this fighting. I hope your son gets trench foot.
Deletegreat post Hari, ding Ding Ding Germany wins is a nice touch, and Morgan very crafty response.
DeleteWell that’s what’s going on everywhere else. How about a little info on Russia, eh? We, like I mentioned early, pulled out of the war at a good time. Let me tell you how we triumphantly did this. It began with us doing fairly well in the war. We were off to a good start and we actually pushed into Germany. That’s when Germany switched their attention to us and pushed into our country right after. This back and forth with Germany was not easy on us in Russia. The troops were getting tired, and we citizens back at home could not tolerate it. We are not industrialized, so soldiers constantly came to our doors asking for materials. On top of this we were starved, there was poor leadership etc… Must I say anymore? That’s when we at home couldn’t stand it any longer. In March, we revolted. That bloody Czar is finally gone; however that revolt didn’t end the war for us at that point. We just got a democratic government. Despite this, we didn’t give up. That’s when our most recent revolution occurred. We recently achieved a communist government led by Vladimir Lenin that pulled us out of the war. We gained peace and all we had to do was sign The Treaty of Brest-Listovsk. We get out of the war and give up 25% of our land. That’s all that was needed. Things are honestly starting to get a tiny bit better now... My friends I advise you, talk some sense into your countries. My country escaped death from the “Great War”. All of you may also escape its piercing claws. I agree winning a war is great, but at what cost?
ReplyDeleteI have one word for you Russians, COWARDS!!!! I never trusted Russia because you people have no guts. Stand and fight as a great nation. If the troops are getting tired, pump some vitamins into them! Russia is afraid to fight. France may be quarter your size but at least we fight for our people and we shall win this war whatever it takes.
DeleteThe war has begun and I have been chosen to fight in the army! It has been a few months since the start of the war and I am very proud to be fighting for such a magnificent country! Many events have occurred since the start of the war and France has proven to be a force to be reckoned with. The arrogant Germans tried to take over France using the Schlieffen Plan., but their silly plan only got them into our territory temporarily. Our superior powers eventually pushed the Germans back to where they belonged. Once they reached the River Marne they must have wished they never tried to attack and take over France. At the river Marne the Germans were attacked ferociously by the Allies. With our brilliant artillery firing left and right at the Germans, the only thing they could do was try to protect themselves by hiding in crummy, smelly trenches. I almost feel bad for the Germans, but they had it coming for them trying to defeat such a powerful force as ours! The Germans didn’t even complete the first part of their plan, which was taking over Paris. Us French have some decency and did not let some silly country of Germany, who though they were better than us, walk into our country and take over our beautifully city of Paris. If I were the Germans I would think twice about attacking the marvelous French once again. I personally think they should stick to what they are good at, hiding away in dirty, smelly, trenches. - Jaques Baudin (Christina C)
ReplyDeleteHello! Haagen-Dazs coming to you straight from Germany. As bad as this war is, us Germans really have some ingenious inventions on our side! The Zeppelin is very advanced if I do say so myself. It would also make a very catchy band name… Not to mention the U-boats, in the War Zone they will never see us coming! That is, until we have to knock on the hull of enemy ships. On that note, could you Brits please honor our agreement and stay put once we knock on your ships? It makes us Germans look silly when you run away while we’re submerging.
ReplyDeleteMy family is ok right now, but I really don’t want my son to have to join the army and fight in the trenches. Soldiers in the trench wars live in such bad conditions, he could get trench foot, or eaten by rats down there! If my son has to go to war, I’m blaming Serbia. They just had to go and assassinate Archduke Franz Ferdinand. They set this whole war off, but I do not fear. I know that Germany will come out on top as always. I have been eating lots of ice cream and drinking out of stress, this is so unlike me! I hope everyone is doing ok during these bad times.
Agapito Romanzo (Ryan T.)
ReplyDeleteCiao again. This is your favorite Italian Agapito. As I am finishing the end of my book of all of Garibaldi’s secrets it has turned out really well. It is showing the world how great Italy really is. The war to end all wars has just started, and you may ask why? That answer is very easy. It was obviously Germany. They had to protect those dang Austrian-Hungary people. Actually they are not even people they are pigs. Every country in the whole world hates Austria-Hungary. If Germany Just backed off we could off easily ended them before this all had to start! I am really starting to rethink the alliance we have with Germany and Austria-Hungary, I hope the military feels the same way I do. You may ask why I Want to end the Central Powers and the answer is the stupidity of the Germans to enforce the Schlieffen plan. Who would think that you could just march right through a country to get to another? Some people might say it was a good plan but the French took them down with luck, but I think the Germans got 25 miles to the capital with luck. At the battle of the Marne the French did not get lucky that is just when the German luck RAN OUT! Besides that did the Germans really think the French were just going to play soft and let them win?
My Friends that have come back from the war have told me the horrible stories of what war is actually like. It is not the Romance that we use to hear about. They say bombs, bombs, and more bombs go off every second. They dig big holes right into the ground and use them as bunkers. He tells me they are called trenches. They are awful he says. They have to sleep in little holes; there are rats, flooded water, and dead bodies everywhere. There are now machine guns, tanks, U-Boats , and airplanes. The machine guns shoot almost up to 300 rounds per minute but require up to 3 people to work. The tanks look very scary but just fall right into the trenches as they go over them at an astonishing 3 miles per hour. The airplanes spy on enemy trenches and drop bombs, but the U-Boats are the most dangerous. There is a zone he says that if you are in them the U-Boats which are submarines which you can’t see will shoot you down. All of my friends are suffering from some disease called PTSD so that is all I can get out of them right now. I’ll try to coralle more information about them next time. By the way if you’re interested the first 100 books that are sold will be on the house, so ya know contact me if interested.
Glad you got some time off from your book to blog, must be why you posted so late. Free copy sounds good.
Delete(Sydney M) So the “the war to end all wars”….Well thank God I don’t have to join because I am too old. I’m so out of shape that I could never keep up with all of the soldiers. I should really hit the gym. And my children, if they had to join the war…..I don’t even know what I would do. I’m so glad that they are not eighteen yet.
ReplyDeleteAll these countries want their own land; I just don’t understand why they won’t just let Germany take over it all. Germany is by far, the best country in the entire world. It is so obvious to all of the other countries, they just won’t admit it. This war is good for us Germans, but no other countries. Honestly, there is no perfect explanation to why this world war has started. Ferdinand was assassinated, and Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia. All of the other countries that joined just wanted more land, it is not fair to the people of the other countries to be forced to join a war that they know they are going to lose to the Germans. I mean, if you know you aren’t going to win, then why join the war…?
So many countries are joining together. Right now, it is Russia and Serbia versus us Germans, Austria-Hungary, and Bulgaria. Russia used to attempt to take over Germany, but now, we are pushing into Russia. The Schliefflan plan also contributed the start of the war, and so did the Battle of Marne. I cannot even believe that we lost that battle. Also, the weapons in this war are much more advanced than ever before. Bayonets, bolt action rifles, machine guns, chemical gas, zeppelin, and tanks are being used, and they have new technology that hasn’t been used in the past. We Germans are quite smart if I do say so myself, and we are using trenches to protect our soldiers. If anyone comes to attack the trenches, we can blow them up.
Hello my German people, Adler Barth (Brianna Leung) signing in. It appears that this Great War is upon us. The start of the war was due to nationalism. Other countries wanted to prove their greatness by creating a European empire. We all know that Germany is hands down the greatest, most powerful country in Europe. The war had begun with a huge, BANG! This is because the assassination of Franz Ferdinand in Bosnia. Soon after this attack, Austria- Hungary comes to us for help. Now the British have joined this war due to the attack of Belgium. Our German troops will easily defeat them. The Schliefflen plan would have been a success if it was carried out. Instead, we send 2/3 of the army to fight and the other 1/3 at home, incase Russia attacks.
ReplyDeleteThis war has effected my family and I in a huge way. My sons are stuck fighting with dangerous weapons and hazardous poisons. They are exposed to deathly diseases. They used chemicals as a weapon! This war is getting a little out of hand. Living in the trenches can give them a whole bunch of problems. The pictures I have seen are just gruesome. The disease called Trench Foot was one of the most common. This can lead to one of your legs being amputated! Even though my loved ones are fighting in this war, I believe that Germany will win in the end!
Very nice post Brianna!
DeleteAdolf Hitler here again boys! Does anyone else think that this really is the war to end all war? At least it can’t get much worse than this…so we think. Everyone’s blaming us Germans for this huge war. How dare you! I shall have your country blown up by the best army on this planet. You are all just mad because everyone else was too weak and slow to make the first move. You people sicken me! I wish to be fighting in this war but am glad to be here with my son, Adolf, and my daughter, Adolfa.
ReplyDeleteI don’t think us Germans caused the war no, I believe it was those pesky Ausria-Hungarians. If we weren’t on a team they would be gone in one second. They started the whole thing by over reacting to Serbia. If they just stayed cool and maybe let that one slide we wouldn’t be in this mess. Then they ask us to help them, which to be quite honest, I was so pumped when they did. It was a great chance to show off some of our new inventions such as the U-Boat and the Zeppelin. The U-Boat is a great way to dominate the sea and for the Zeppelin the air. The U-Boat is perfect for the warzone, an area of water, where if any ship if found, it will be sunk on sight. Our Schliefflen plan is of the most brilliant plans of all. It is just too bad our army didn’t decide to completely follow the plan 100%. Also, these trenches are another part to this war that might slow our army down but no worries, we still got this. Till next time, Adolf Hitler
Just let it slide that their heir to the throne was killed? lol
DeleteIn my years of being in the German army, no war comes even close to the magnitude of this one. I knew that this war would happen anyways, with all the tension between other countries. Also, militarism, nationalism, and imperialism were major factors as well. Us Germans are always faster with are military than any other country. We obviously are also the strongest nation too. We are strong enough to hold off both sides of our country with France on one side and Russia on the other. The main thing most of all that started the war was the killing of our friend the Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his lovely wife Sophia by a Serbian named Gaurilo Princep who is part the Serbian group called the,” Black Hands.” With many Serbians who hate Austria-Hungary, it was almost bound to happen. Now that Austria-Hungary is upset with Serbia, Germany must interfere and now Russia must interfere which brings in every other country too. This was the beginning if the First World War. With this dilemma happening, Britain makes a move that will anger the centaral powers, by putting food on the contraband list. This angered me because where am I going to get my food from now. So, if they (Britain) ever if even set a foot in the water, Germany will sink them and kill them. Doing this also gets them into some trouble with America too.
ReplyDeleteOur battle plans are well thought out and they are at their full potential. Our plan was called the Schlieffen plan after yours truly Count Alfred Von Schlieffen. His plan was to put 2 thirds of the German army fighting to take over France and put the other third of our troops over to Russia mostly hold them back. The Battle of Marne was a hardship to me and to all of Germany in general. If we won this battle, we would have France now. Our loss was a surprise. Amazingly, the French had over 150,000 at the Marne. We were not expecting this and we lost. Now that we weren’t able to get back close enough to Paris, we retreated. This threw off the whole Schlieffen plan. My 2 boys had joind the army against France. I got letters from them about once every 2 weeks. They told me all about what they were using and how they were fighting. They told me that they fought using trench warfare. This was a harsh way to have a war. With trench foot and diseases injuring and eventually kill some of our troops, it was tough. Luckily my oldest took no injury at all but my other sent me a picture of the whole in his foot . We had an upper hand being on higher ground. We tried all that we could to try to defeat the French. The army used gasses against the British. This took a huge toll on them. It was also dangerous for us because if the wind blew the wrong way, it could all blow up in our faces. The weapon they used was called the 15 shot rifle. It was a fairly good gun. This war tough with some victories and some losses, but no matter what we will always be victorious!!!
I really enjoyed your post David, nice work!
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ReplyDeleteThis war, whatever it's called, has affected every single person in America. In our town there are no men between the ages of 18-35 and everyone was crying for weeks after their sons and husbands volunteered. Finn was forced to volunteer and he was sent to the trenches in Germany. I am still furious with them for taking my son and taking him out of the country. I never thought that America would let themselves be bothered by these countries. I thought wrong.
I am happy though, many of the immigrants have gone home to their countries to help their countries LOSE in the war. America is now full of pure-blood Americans. At the Ford Factory, we are no longer building top of the notch Ford cars, we are being forced to make tanks. Hours have been lengthened and more days have been added to the schedule. I quit and apparently I went on strike by quitting so I spent a week in jail. Now that I am out of jail, I am back at the Ford Factory building tanks that will probably crush the other countries men. We received mail from Finn yesterday, it wasn't that bad;
Dear Family,
I have never experienced any thing like this and I hope to never again. America is my home and Dad, I never agreed with you on that, but now I do. I am back from my 5th trench duty with three of my mates being sent home with trench foot. I am in the hospital with mild trench foot and I am in severe pain. Swimming home across the Pacific Ocean would be better than this pain. They plan to send me home if this does not get better, if it gets better than back to the trenches I go. I love my home and this is not where I belong.
Stuck with trench foot,
Finn
I hope he comes home and America gets out of this war before they're covered up to their heads in debt and other things.
Richard
Great work on this post Sophie, I hope you don't have to swim across the Pacific.
DeleteThis war has officially begun and its all the Serbians' fault. Mainly the black hand but it does not change the fact that allies shall win. I can't say that agree with the war zone destroying ships that are just trying to get supplies that Britain has decided to put on the contraband list and passenger ships like the Lusitania. I honestly have no idea what Germany was thinking so far between that and leaving a third of their soldiers behind when trying take us, the greatest nation in the world. I mean really people Belgium wasn't your smartest idea either.
ReplyDeleteAlso, you other nations out there may have tanks, zeppelins and flamethrowers but we have bayonets and caterpillar shields, we will win once we get rid of these rats that plague our trenches, while you so called central powers are busy keeping Russia at bay.
PS:Mr. Vanderkeyl, I just moved this here so it was on the right post. The original is still up if you don't believe me.
I checked yours off on the old page, just make sure you do the right post form now on. Thanks Evan.
ReplyDeleteMarchons! Marchons mes amis! The great war has begun and we are ready. France is ready to kick some German cul. Finally we are establishing ourselves in Europe. Nappy (Napoleon) would be so proud of us. I know with Britain and Russia on our side we will finish the triple alliance. Well that is how I felt in 1941 but now, Je suis creve. It has been two years and yet nothing good is happening. All Véronique does is complain. Every day she says the same thing,“I am hungry, the children are hungry, my skin is not glowing, i am too skink, bleh bleh bleh” Mon Dieu! She wants me to enlist in the army and fight for the country. She calls me a coward and a lazy man. She has three brothers and they all enlisted in the army. While I love this great country, the truth is that I am indeed a coward. I am but 5’4’’ and I am afraid of the war. Alexandre, my wife’s brother writes to me all the time telling me about the war. His last letter scared me so much. I shall read it to you:
ReplyDeleteMon frère, We are still in the trenches. We have moved no where since the beginning of the war. Remember our friend, Alfred? He has no feet anymore! The reason? Trench foot. Qui, it is a horrible fate. One of the new men blew his feet up so he could go back home to his mom.He could not cope with the lice and dog biscuits. War is horrible. Everybody is trying to come up with some new machine to win but none of them seem to be working.There is no food and we are getting gassed constantly. Today Chlorine gas, tomorow mustard gas. Who knows, maybe they will come up with mayonnaise gas, MDR. Dieu, je déteste la guerre beaucoup. How is Ver and the children? I miss them. I will continue to protect France for as long as I can. Au revoir.
Image the rate at which one’s foot goes. Poor Alex is suffering and my wife expects me to join the army. No way! I might as well stay here in France with my family and suffer with them than suffer alone. I have faith that we can still win this war. I blame the Germans and the stupid Archduke! They are the true cause of this war. The Archduke knew he had enemies and yet he went to flaunt himself in Bosnia. Did he expect to be greeted with roses? What a stupid man. And now because of his stupidity I am suffering. Well that is all for now my friends. Au revoir.
Mr. V I can't find the video we are supposed to watch for the quiz.
ReplyDeleteDear Journal,
ReplyDeleteOh, what sorrow! A great brutal war has erupted between the countries of Germany, Austria-Hungary, Serbia, Russia, France, and Britain! And to think, all this started with a man's death! Franz Ferdinand, how your death has left Europe in a mess! At the least, we Italians have the sense to not take part in this war. Though I do understand the outrage towards Ferdinand's assassination, imagine if the Great Garibaldi were to leave this earth in such an unfulfilled way, I'd be devastated! Though my fellow Europeans have themselves caught up in a child's quarrel, we Italians will keep our dignity, and not interfere in such foolishness. We will merely watch from the sidelines and give no word of either side's actions. I do think this war could have been prevented. If only the Serbian terrorist (nationalist) group, the Black Hand had reached their resolve more peacefully and sophisticatedly. Then, Serbia wouldn't have had to answer to an ultimatum from Austria-Hungary, which didn't settle things, it just ultimately caused a war to erupt between the two countries. If only they left it at that. Though I do think war is never ideal, it's better between 2 countries than dragging several large powerful empires fight to the death until there is one victor and many men dead. Do the people of these countries even think of the impact they will have on history? Such reckless thinking like theirs has brought Europe to this jumbled state!
But surely, this war can not last much longer. Many of these countries mainly fight for the sake of their allies, but with the technology being used in these battles, surely the amount of troops at war will never compare to the high amount of deaths. Every country has its military strengths, but with automatic machine guns that can kill waves of soldiers at once, and airplanes allowing soldiers to not only spy and observe, but also used in combat when machine guns are added to them, how can everyone survive? How could a country keep high troop numbers?
Though I do find this war is simply foolish, and will harm Italy's success with alliance offers, I do hope it will end soon. They can not simply keep quarreling, they will be wasting lives, time, food, and money, on a war that could have easily been settled with communication. All that they're losing doesn't justify the good and advancements they could be doing. For now I can only hope, but until the next event, Journal.
Felicità De Santi (Sarah S.)