Military History Trivia Questions
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Who became the first officer designated as general of the U.S. Army in 1866?
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ulysses s. grant
Which country had King Gustavus II, who achieved the first efficient use of artillery in the 17th century?
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sweden
In which country did invading American forces first set foot on the European mainland during World War II?
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italy
In 1952, the United States sent radio-controlled 'robot' bombers on kamikaze raids to hit targets in which country?
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korea
Which Seattle-based company manufactured the B-29s that dropped atomic bombs on Japan?
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boeing
Who was the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff that played a leading role in directing the coalition war effort during the Persian Gulf War?
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colin powell
Who was the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1991?
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colin powell
What gas was used to fill the U.S. Navy's first Zeppelin-type airship, the Shenandoah, commissioned in 1923?
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helium
What acronym was used for women who served in the U.S. Navy during WWII?
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wave
Who is the only man to hold the rank of General of the Army and General of the Air Force, and was nicknamed 'Hap'?
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henry h. arnold
Which country successfully repelled the Allied Gallipoli campaign during World War I?
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turkey
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