Comparative Analysis of Warfare: Napoleonic Wars vs. World War I

Industrialization of warfare during World War I resulted in a dramatic increase in the lethality and scale of conflicts. The Napoleonic Wars fought in the early 19th century, did not witness the same level of technological sophistication, and the weaponry used was less lethal and destructive compared to the industrialized arsenal employed in World War I. The combination of advanced weaponry and defensive warfare made for a very lethal concoction leading to mass death and destruction. Compare the Napoleonic Wars and WWI to explain the differences in style, tactics, and effectiveness of warfare. Specifically, Explain one specific impact that the global scale of World War I had on the death toll in comparison to the Napoleonic Wars. Describe two major technological advancements in warfare that were present during World War I but not during the Napoleonic Wars. Explain how the use of trench warfare in World War I contributed to the number of casualties experienced in the conflict.