Dec 24, 2016
Between the 3rd and 12th of July 1916, the British struggled to capture Mametz Wood. This episode covers the grinding fight conducted almost exclusively by the 17th and 38th (Welsh) Divisions.
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Nov 27, 2016
South of the Somme, the French continue their successful attacks on the Germans after the 1st of July. To the north, from the 2nd through the 14th of July, the British begin grinding towards the German second position with local, uncoordinated attacks. The Germans work desperately to recover their defense. Everyone...
Oct 16, 2016
This episode we will briefly examine the causes of why the British attacks on the 1st of July 1916 were so costly and only partially successful.
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Sep 18, 2016
This episode we take a side road on the Somme to honor four British men who were awarded the Victoria Cross on the 1st of July 1916.
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Aug 30, 2016
1st July 1916, Pt 2: the British Army attacks on the Somme. In this episode the front line from Fricourt to Gommecourt will be covered.
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