Military Trivia Challenge!

[BigJohn 308]

Ok, just for fun, I’ve decided to a award a free virtual beer to the person who provides the first or most correct answers the following questions before 2100 Hrs 25 September 2009.

Are you up to the task?

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1. During World War II, the Germans built two guns which fired the most massive projectiles ever used through a gun against an enemy in war. What were the names of these guns?

2. Only one United States warship was modified to be equipped with a bathtub. What was the name of this ship?

3. History records the battle at Hampton Roads as the battle between the first Iron Clads – Monitor vs Merrimack. However, the “Merrimack” was the name of a Union vessel captured by the Confederates . What did the Confederates rename the Merrimack to, the name she fought under at the first battle of the Iron Clads?

4. What were the last words of Major General John Sedgwick as he was attempting to rally his troops at the battle of Spotsylvania?

5. This rifle was the first semi automatic weapon to be issued on mass to any nation’s military force. What is the name of this rifle?

6. Complete the battle cry: “Remember the Maine, to Hell with __________.”

7. The ________ ___ __ ___________ is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States Government. It is bestowed on a member of the United States Armed Forces who distinguishes him- or herself "conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his [or her] life above and beyond the call of duty while engaged in an action against an enemy of the United States

8. On 07 December 1941 at Pearl Harbor Hawaii, who sunk the first enemy vessel, the Americans or Japanese?

9. It was during this war that Poisonous Gas was first used on mass. Which war was this?

10. In what war was the White House burned down?

[Joe's Crab Shack]

Ok, just for fun, I’ve decided to a award a free virtual beer to the person who provides the first or most correct answers the following questions before 2100 Hrs 25 September 2009.

Are you up to the task?

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1. During World War II, the Germans built two guns which fired the most massive projectiles ever used through a gun against an enemy in war. What were the names of these guns?

2. Only one United States warship was modified to be equipped with a bathtub. What was the name of this ship?

3. History records the battle at Hampton Roads as the battle between the first Iron Clads – Monitor vs Merrimack. However, the “Merrimack” was the name of a Union vessel captured by the Confederates . What did the Confederates rename the Merrimack to, the name she fought under at the first battle of the Iron Clads?

4. What were the last words of Major General John Sedgwick as he was attempting to rally his troops at the battle of Spotsylvania?

5. This rifle was the first semi automatic weapon to be issued on mass to any nation’s military force. What is the name of this rifle?

6. Complete the battle cry: “Remember the Maine, to Hell with __________.”

7. The ________ ___ __ ___________ is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States Government. It is bestowed on a member of the United States Armed Forces who distinguishes him- or herself "conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his [or her] life above and beyond the call of duty while engaged in an action against an enemy of the United States

8. On 07 December 1941 at Pearl Harbor Hawaii, who sunk the first enemy vessel, the Americans or Japanese?

9. It was during this war that Poisonous Gas was first used on mass. Which war was this?

10. In what war was the White House burned down?

I did not Google anything, so off the top of my head based on my knowledge:

#1 - i dont know
#2 - i dont know
#3 - CSS Virginia
#4 - "They couldnt hit an elephant at this distance. (then immediately afterwards he was shot)
#5 - im going to guess the M1 Garand
#6 - i dont know
#7 - Medal of honor
#8 - Americans, a Japanese sub was sunk before the battle.
#9 - WW1?
#10 - War of 1812

[Ex-PFC Wintergreen]

Alright I can only get a few of these.

3) I do believe her name was the CSS Virginia


4) edit: whoops, I know this one too. "They couldn't hit an elephant from this distance" or some even go as far to say that he couldn't finish the last word


5) M1Garand...I shoulda known


6) Spain is my first logical choice and it rhymes


7) Congressional Medal of Honor makes sense so im going with that.


9) WWI sounds so wrong because I know that gas was used back in sun tzu's era but that's all I got

10) Too easy, the war of 1812

That's all I got but i am a historical lightweight.

[Ex-PFC Wintergreen]

Joe, I thought that those Japanese mini subs ran aground.

[Plastic Jesus]

1. Gustav and Dora, aren't they just the cutest couple, so adorable.

2. USS Iowa

3. The CSS Virginia, was that bright?

4. "They couldn't hit an elephant at this distance!" Just before being shot dead.

5. Every one of us has fired one, at least in WW II games, the M1 Garand.

6. Spain

7. Congressional Medal of Honor.

8. I like that you said "vessel", and not "ship" as I believe it was the US that sank a Japanese submarine first.

9. This one I am reluctantly answering World War One, as it is a bit ambiguous as to what you mean by "poisonous gas," and that it has been used for a long time. I will just say that if i wanted to, I could make some myself with ease.

10. The War of 1812

[Plastic Jesus]

OK, WTF, this is the first thing I do when I get home from my date?! Damn it!!!!

[BigJohn 308]

As of 0000 Hrs 20 September 2009 the standings are:

Plastic Jesus: 9/10 correct
PFC Wintergreen: 5/10 correct
Joes Crab Shack: 7/10 Correct


No, I’m not going to reveal the correct answers by number until someone has a perfect score! But… I will say that I’m surprised be the quick accuracy of the answers! The next round of questions shall be tougher!

[Joe's Crab Shack]

As of 0000 Hrs 20 September 2009 the standings are:

Plastic Jesus: 9/10 correct
PFC Wintergreen: 5/10 correct
Joes Crab Shack: 7/10 Correct


No, I’m not going to reveal the correct answers by number until someone has a perfect score! But… I will say that I’m surprised be the quick accuracy of the answers! The next round of questions shall be tougher!

If i replaced the following answers respectively:

#1 Gustav, Dora
#2 USS Iowa
#6 Spain

Would that give me a perfect score?

[Plastic Jesus]

You know what Big John, I did the best that I could, fucking 9/10 and I didn't even have to look anything up (however I did look up the gas one afterwards because that was bothering me). Also, I just went on a super long date (things went well) and been out all day so I'm drinking a damn Michelob ULTRA Amber.

[Joe's Crab Shack]

You know what Big John, I did the best that I could, fucking 9/10 and I didn't even have to look anything up (however I did look up the gas one afterwards because that was bothering me). Also, I just went on a super long date (things went well) and been out all day so I'm drinking a damn Michelob ULTRA Amber.

Uh-huh

[BigJohn 308]

By the way… Just to keep it fair & fun for everyone, you are NOT limited to just one reply. But only you most recent reply will be used for your score, so copy & paste numbers 1 through 10, make your corrections, THEN submit post.

You MUST submit the answers by number 1-10 with the correct answer following the number . The first to do so WINS!

[Joe's Crab Shack]

#1 - Gustav & Dora
#2 - USS Iowa
#3 - CSS Virginia
#4 - "They couldnt hit an elephant at this distance. (then immediately afterwards he was shot)
#5 - im going to guess the M1 Garand
#6 - Spain
#7 - Medal of honor
#8 - Americans, a Japanese sub was sunk before the battle.
#9 - WW1?
#10 - War of 1812

Yes? No?

[BigJohn 308]

You know what Big John, I did the best that I could, fucking 9/10 and I didn't even have to look anything up (however I did look up the gas one afterwards because that was bothering me). Also, I just went on a super long date (things went well) and been out all day so I'm drinking a damn Michelob ULTRA Amber.

9 out of 10 is impressive Plastic, but I do have to award the free virtual beer to the first person to gain 10 out of 1. If no one can bet your score by Friday, then you win.

You are allowed to revise your answers as often as you please, but I will only accept your latest submission.

First to reach all ten wins!

[Ex-PFC Wintergreen]

As of 0000 Hrs 20 September 2009 the standings are:

Plastic Jesus: 9/10 correct
PFC Wintergreen: 5/10 correct
Joes Crab Shack: 7/10 Correct


No, I’m not going to reveal the correct answers by number until someone has a perfect score! But… I will say that I’m surprised be the quick accuracy of the answers! The next round of questions shall be tougher!

TOUGHER??? I bombed the first one. I better study.

[Plastic Jesus]

Oh yeah, well guess what, I just won again cause I am on my second beer!

De Oppresso Liber motherfuckers!

[BigJohn 308]

Joe’s revised standings: 9/10


No, I'm NOT going to tell you which answer is wrong! Muhahahahahaahahaaaaaaa!

[Joe's Crab Shack]

#1 - Schwerer Gustav & Dora
#2 - USS Iowa
#3 - CSS Virginia
#4 - "They couldnt hit an elephant at this distance. (then immediately afterwards he was shot)
#5 - im going to guess the M1 Garand
#6 - Spain
#7 - Medal of honor
#8 - Americans, a Japanese sub was sunk before the battle.
#9 - WW1?
#10 - War of 1812

Yes? No?

[Joe's Crab Shack]

Joe’s revised standings: 9/10


No, I'm NOT going to tell you which answer is wrong! Muhahahahahaahahaaaaaaa!

Well im confused then, i only answered 7 to begin with, and your standings said that all 7 of those were correct. Then i actually looked the other 3 up, and found Plastic was right so i replaced the other 3. So the wrong answer has to be one of those 3, however all three answers are correct, so i dont see how anything could be wrong.

[Ex-PFC Wintergreen]

I am guessing it was the gas one. Poison gas was around way before WWI The Romans used to burn sulfur etc, etc...

[Joe's Crab Shack]

I am guessing it was the gas one. Poison gas was around way before WWI The Romans used to burn sulfur etc, etc...

But according to the standings he posted, i got that one right.

[BigJohn 308]

OMG… Joe, Your right! My most sincere apologies to Plastic… He was first to have all ten! The hang up was the bathtub question. It was the Iowa which was equipped with a bathtub. By Bad.. Error acknowledged.

Plastic…. This Beer is for you with my most sincere apologies for not accepting your correct answer sooner!

10/10 for PLASTIC!!!



Now, I’m back to work on the harder questions!

[BigJohn 308]

Just to clarify the gas question…. Yes, WW I was not the first time Gas was used in war, but it was the first time that is was used on mass - that is, both belligerents stockpiling and using it indiscriminately.

[Plastic Jesus]

Sweet! Cause I'm on # 4 already!~ I was asbout ready to cut your ass up!

[Ex-PFC Wintergreen]

Just to clarify the gas question…. Yes, WW I was not the first time Gas was used in war, but it was the first time that is was used on mass - that is, both belligerents stockpiling and using it indiscriminately.

Yeah, that and the semi auto gun question tripped me up because the garand aint the first but the others were not widely used.

Alright, bring on the next ones. These are really tricky when your doing this off the top of your head.

[Plastic Jesus]

ALSO HAPPY MUTHERFUCKING NEW YEAR MOTHER FUCKERS!!!!!!

Mazal tov!

[PhrozenFlame]

Oh lord, you're drunk on the forums.

[BigJohn 308]

It’s past us old guys bed time now… This will be continued with harder questions Sunday evening!
Until then, get plenty of rest!

Edit: Could not wait - Posted NOW!

[BigJohn 308]

Ok – Round one was considerable shorter than I ever imagined. Now – Part Two. Who am I?

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1.) As a young officer in the army, I participated with Pershing’s Punitive expedition into Mexico. In one battle I used my old Colt Single Action Revolver to kill one of Poncho Villa’s lieutenants. Later, as a general, I carried that same revolver at my side through all of World War II.
Who am I?

2.) I was a Marine Sniper in Vietnam credited with 93 confirmed kills and “a gobble probable”.
Who am I?

3.) After being mortally wounded in a major sea battle of which my leadership was key to victory, my fellow sailors preserved my body in a cask of brandy so they could return my body to my homeland before being laid to rest.
Who am I?

4.) In a single battle in WW I, I was awarded the Medal of Honor for leading an attack on a German machine gun nest, taking 32 machine guns , killing 28 German soldiers and capturing 132 others.
Who am I?

5.) During the war, my property was seized by the enemy as retribution for my joining the Confederacy. To make sure I could never reclaim my land, they buried their dead at my homestead, making it into a national cemetery.
Who am I?

6.) As a General in WW II, I had information indicating that my son in law was being held at a nearby prisoner of war camp behind enemy lines. I initiated an attack, but failed at my objective to effect his freedom.
Who am I?

7.) I masterminded the attack on Pearl Harbor to put my country in a position to better dictate the terms of a negotiated peace. After the Americans decoded a radio message indicating I was traveling to a base, they sent a squadron of P-38 Lightning fighters that shot down my plane and killed me.
Who am I?

8.) During WW I, I am credited with 80 confirmed kills as a fighter pilot. The most of any pilot during that war.
Who am I?

9.) During Operation Desert Storm, I kept a shotgun close at hand in my command center, despite the fact I was well protected by specialized security forces and often far from the actual scenes of battle.
Who am I?


10.) People considered me an eccentric. After a hard morning of designing rifles for the war department, I would return to my home at lunch time where I had my living room converted as an ice skating rink. Here I would skate as a means of stress relief.
Who am I?

[Guy Montag]

Number six is George S. Patton, and I suspect number eight is the Red Baron. that's all I know off the top of my head.

Edit: I feel dumb. Number three is Admiral Lord Viscount Horatio Nelson.

[Ex-PFC Wintergreen]

1) George S. Patton he used to carry two pistols I think. I am assuming that was one

2) Carlos Hathcock very famous sniper

3) Horatio Nelson

4) Sergeant York (THANKS TURNER CLASSIC MOVIES!!!) I saw that movie Friday!

5) Wasn't it Robert E. Lee?

6) George S. Patton

7) Isoroku Yamamoto because the other guy died at Saipan

8) Manfred von Richthofen AKA the red baron

9) Norman Schwarzkopf AKA Stormin Norman because I doubt it was Powell

10) Total shot in the dark here. Eugene Stoner???

I feel good about most of these although I have no Idea about 10 and I might have misspelled Norman's last name.