jul 21, 1916 - The battle of Somme
Description:
- Allied forces aim to relieve pressure on the French by attacking the Germans around the Somme river.- It was the deadliest battle in WW1
-Casualties: more than 1 million, including about 400,000 dead or missing
- Result: the Allies advance only a few kilometers.
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Date:
jul 21, 1916
Now
~ 109 years ago