A pivotal conflict during World War I
In 1915, the Western Front was characterized by stalemate and trench warfare. The German army sought to break through the Allied lines at Ypres, a strategic location in Flanders, Belgium.
The battle began on April 22, 1915, when German forces released chlorine gas along a 4-mile front, causing widespread casualties among French and Canadian troops. This marked the first large-scale use of chemical warfare in modern history.
The Second Battle of Ypres resulted in heavy casualties on both sides and highlighted the devastating effects of chemical warfare. It led to the development of gas masks and other protective measures.
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Related pages: World War I, Trench Warfare, Poison gas in World War I