British soldier's equipment 1916-18

The video tutorial discusses the evolution of a soldier's attire and equipment during trench warfare. It highlights the use of a leather jerkin for weather protection, adjustments in carrying equipment like small packs and mess tins, and the strategic placement of the entrenching tool for added armor. The tutorial also covers the replacement of caps with shrapnel helmets for head protection and the introduction of respirators and Mills bombs for defense against gas attacks.

What type of clothing does the soldier wear over his uniform for better weather protection?

• A leather jerkin

• A rain poncho

• A woolen coat

• A cotton jacket

Why is the large pack left behind the lines during trench warfare?

• It is outdated equipment

• It is too heavy to carry

• It is too bulky for the trenches

• It is not waterproof

What item is fastened to the cross straps on the soldier's belt?

• A flashlight

• A map

• A compass

• A water bottle

What has replaced the soldier's cap for head protection?

• A woolen hat

• A metal helmet

• A shrapnel helmet

• A leather cap

What new equipment does the soldier carry to protect against gas attacks?

• A breathing apparatus

• A face shield

• A small box respirator

• A gas mask