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Both sides were forced to dig trenches in 1914 due to the stalemate created by the rapid advancement of military technology, which made traditional offensive tactics extremely deadly. The introduction of machine guns, artillery, and other modern weaponry resulted in high casualties, leading armies to seek defensive positions for protection. Trench warfare became a necessity to maintain control over territory while minimizing losses, resulting in a protracted and grueling conflict along the Western Front. This defensive strategy ultimately characterized World War I, leading to a war of attrition.

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