What was the primary function of 'Communication Trenches'?
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Correct answer: To link front-line trenches with support lines for resupply
Communication trenches ran perpendicular to the front lines, allowing for the safe movement of reinforcements, mail, food, and the wounded. They ensured that the front line could be maintained and supplied without exposing men to direct fire on the surface.
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