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Nothing, Australia were not in this battle.
I'm sorry, Roy, but you're wrong.
Australia was very much involved. Look up the incredibly unnecessary and appallingly generalled battles at Fromelle and Pozieres, both part of the greater Battle of the Somme. Fromelle still stands as the greatest loss of life our military has ever suffered. Of course, this was the 1st Battle of the Somme in 1916. Aussies were also involved in the 2nd Battle of the Somme in 1918. That was where my great grandfather was killed as a machine gunner in the Australian army.
I would note that at the 1st Battle of the Somme, there were also New Zealanders, Canadians (including Newfoundlanders), and possibly Indians and South Africans. There were also Vietnamese and Indian porters, some of whom were killed. I also suspect that the French forces would have included troops from their various African colonies.
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Where was the Battle of the Somme?
The Battle of the Somme began in France near the Somme River.
Why was Australia involved in the battle of the Somme?
Because Australia had to help their allies which were Britain. And at that time Britain were very weak in the War against Germany so Australia helped them out.
Was the battle of the somme a good thing?
The Battle of the somme was a horrible thing but for a good reason
What was Zero Hour - Battle of the Somme?
Zero Hour for the Battle of the Somme (Somme Offensive) was 7:30 a.m. on July 1st, 1916.
Did the US fight in the Battle of the Somme?
No. The Battle of the Somme was in 1916. The US entered the war in 1917.
Where was the Battle of the Somme?
The Battle of the Somme began in France near the Somme River.
Where did the battle of the somme get its name?
The Battle of the Somme occurred on both sides of the Somme River in France. It is also known as the Somme Offensive.
Who started Battle of the Somme?
french stared the battle of Somme.
Who was invloved in the Battle of somme?
The French and the British were involed in the Battle of Somme.
Was the Battle of the Somme a bloodbath?
The Battle of the Somme (sometimes known as the Somme Offensive) was one of the bloodiest military battles in history.
Why was Australia involved in the battle of the Somme?
Because Australia had to help their allies which were Britain. And at that time Britain were very weak in the War against Germany so Australia helped them out.
Was the battle of the somme a good thing?
The Battle of the somme was a horrible thing but for a good reason
What was Zero Hour - Battle of the Somme?
Zero Hour for the Battle of the Somme (Somme Offensive) was 7:30 a.m. on July 1st, 1916.
Did the US fight in the Battle of the Somme?
No. The Battle of the Somme was in 1916. The US entered the war in 1917.
What year was the battle of somme in?
1st July, 1916
What is an interesting fact of the battle of somme?
The Battle of the Somme ended due to bad weather conditions.
What nickname was given to Haig after the Battle of the Somme?
Butcher of the Somme
