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The use of poisonous gas in World War I was initially considered to be a highly effective weapon, as it was able to inflict significant damage on enemy troops, disrupt their activities and demoralize them. However, the use of gas also had some limitations, as the effectiveness of the gas depended on a range of other factors such as atmospheric conditions, wind direction, and the ability of troops to deploy protective equipment.

Additionally, the use of gas in World War I was seen as highly egregious and inhumane, and its use drew widespread condemnation from the international community. The use of gas also ran counter to traditional military ethics and codes of conduct, which emphasized the importance of using force in a targeted and proportionate way.

Similarly, the use of gas by the Italian military in Ethiopia in the 1930s was not an effective weapon, as it was not used in the appropriate manner to achieve tactical objectives. In some cases, the gas was even used in areas where there were no enemy troops, leading to civilian casualties.

In conclusion, while the use of poisonous gas was initially seen as an effective weapon in World War I, its effectiveness was limited due to a number of other factors, including weather conditions and protective measures. Additionally, the use of gas in warfare is highly inhumane, in violation of international laws and ethics, and has generally be seen as a highly controversial weapon that runs counter to traditional military values.