Trivia Quiz on British Military History
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
A ready-made history and general-knowledge quiz that you can use in virtual and in-person events (Zoom, Teams, YouTube Live, Twitch, conferences, meetings, classrooms, etc.)
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Test your knowledge of British Military History in a fast-paced, team-friendly quiz spanning famous battles, daring units, and game-changing inventions. From the Crimean War to the Falklands, see who in your group can command the highest score.
Rally your team for a spirited tour through British Military History, perfect for classrooms, history clubs, office socials, and livestreams. This group trivia covers everything from the invention of the tank and the Charge of the Light Brigade to elite units and valor awards, blending well-known moments with deeper cuts to keep both buffs and beginners engaged. Run it as a friendly competition on Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, or stream it to YouTube Live, Twitch, or Kick—split into squads, assign a captain, and race the clock for each multiple-choice question. Mix formats with quick-fire rounds, sudden-death tie-breakers, and a final “all-in” wager to heighten the stakes. It’s easy to duplicate and host, equally fun for small gatherings and large audiences, and designed to spark debate, strategy, and plenty of banter. Ready, steady—march!
1. What weapon was invented by Ernest Swinton used in 1916
A) Grenade
B) Tank
C) Rifle
D) Submarine
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2. Where did the British Brown Bess musket get its name
A) From a veteran ammunition inspector who popularized rust-colored barrels
B) Named after a London tailor who made the gunstock
C) Thin line of uniform brown rust
D) Originated from a misreading of 'brown' in a handbook
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3. In World War 2, where was the defensive line known as The Gin Drinkers Line
A) Singapore
B) Malaya
C) Burma
D) Hong kong
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4. Sir Emest Swinton was a British colonel credited with the invention of which weapon
A) Bayonet
B) Rifle
C) Grenade
D) Tank
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5. How many VCs were awarded in the Falklands War
A) One
B) Two
C) Three
D) Four
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6. Who was the last British general who surrendered near Jamestown, Virginia
A) Cornwallis
B) John Burgoyne
C) Henry Clinton
D) Thomas Gage
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7. Who was the only unidentified person awarded the Victoria Cross
A) The Unknown Warrior (British Army)
B) Captain Edward Charlton
C) Lance Corporal Samuel Archer
D) US unknown soldier
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8. Airman T E Shaw in WW2 was better known as who
A) Thomas Edward Shaw
B) T E Laurence of Arabia
C) Alexander Shaw
D) Captain T E Shaw
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9. The Charge Of The Light Brigade Occured During Which War
A) World War I
B) Napoleonic Wars
C) American Civil War
D) Crimean
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10. The Battle of Rorke's Drift in 1879 featured in which war?
A) Zulu War (or Zulu Wars)
B) First Boer War
C) Crimean War
D) Napoleonic Wars
E) Anglo-Afghan War
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11. What did David Stirling found?
A) MI6
B) SAS
C) SBS
D) MI5
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12. During Which War Did The Charge Of The Light Brigade Occur?
A) The American Civil War
B) World War I
C) Napoleonic Wars
D) Crimean
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