American troops have yet to step foot in battle, but that does not keep the war from stopping. Battle of Jutland took place throughout May and June of 1916. It has become the major naval battle so far throughout the war. Both sides claimed victory over this conflict. Great Britain maintains control over the sea while the Germany continues to sink more and more ships (Hoobler 45). As far as land conflicts go the Battle of Verdun during the winter of 1915-1916 marks another major milestone. German troops infiltrated Verdun, a major city for the French, with the goal to create a mass loss of troops for the French. However the French stayed strong, holding them off. “They shall not pass” has become a major slogan of hope for the French as they
