WebGermany rapidly expanded its navy and army and in 1914 planned to defeat both France and Russia in a show of military strength. The strategy relied on a quick and decisive victory but the war... WebDuring the First World War, Britain came under attack from the air, putting civilians in the firing line for the very first time. At the start of the war, Britain was ill-prepared to deal …

Scarborough Maritime Heritage Centre

WebThe Raid on Scarborough, Hartlepool and Whitby on 16 December 1914, was an attack by the Imperial German Navy on the British ports of Scarborough, Hartlepool, West Hartlepool and Whitby. The attack resulted in 592 casualties, many of them civilians, of whom 137 died. The attack caused public outrage towards the German Navy for the attack, and … WebThis was the first enemy attack against the British mainland which had resulted in loss of life (though a dry run had been undertaken by the Germans against the Norfolk coast on 3rd … micheal oates

Hartlepool Bombardment 16 December 1914 - BBC News

WebSeptember 22, 1914 - The first-ever British air raid against Germany occurs as Zeppelin bases at Cologne and Düsseldorf are bombed. First Battle of Ypres. October 19-November 22, 1914. October 19, 1914 - Still hoping … WebThe German Attack on Scarborough: December 16 1914. James Hartington Jones. 0.00. 0 ... WebThe planned French thrust into Lorraine, totaling 19 divisions, started on August 14 but was shattered by the German 6th and 7th armies in the Battle of Morhange-Sarrebourg … micheal mcdonald i keep forgetting 1982