In what way did trench warfare turn out to be a disadvantage to both Germany and the Allies in the war?

Trench warfare gave soldiers protection, but it also made it difficult for either side to advance. Troops were often pinned down in their trenches, so Germany and the Allies struggled to seize territory from each other. Therefore, the disadvantage was that troops were effectively trapped and progress stalled.

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