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What is the area of Fromelles?
The area of Fromelles is 8,540,000.0 square meters.
When did Battle of Fromelles happen?
Battle of Fromelles happened on 1916-07-19.
Where is Fromelles located in France?
Fromelles is a village located ten liles (16 km) west of Lille in the northern tip of France.
What province of France is Fromelles?
Fromelles is located in the "Nord - Pas-de-Calais" region of France, the Northernmost region borduring Belgium.
How do you pronounce Fromelles?
From - Ell. (don't pronounce the 's')
What has the author PETER PEDERSEN written?
PETER PEDERSEN has written: 'FROMELLES'
Why didn't the battle of fromelles win?
The battle of Fromelles didn't work because the British troops didn't have enough experience in trench warfare and the attack was rushed. The other reason the battle failed for the British was because they were out numbered by the Germans.
Miles between Fromelles and Paris?
The driving distance is about 142 road miles (229 km) - approximately 2.5 hours driving time.
What impact did the Australian troops have on the battle of fromelles?
The Australian troops played a significant role in the Battle of Fromelles, which took place in July 1916 during World War I. Despite their bravery, the Australian Imperial Force faced severe challenges, including poorly coordinated attacks and strong German defenses, resulting in a devastating loss with high casualties. The battle highlighted the difficulties of trench warfare and had a lasting impact on Australian military history, leading to a reevaluation of tactics and strategies in subsequent engagements. Ultimately, Fromelles is often remembered as one of the worst days in Australian military history.
Dates for fromelles campaign 1916?
'Campaign' is a slight exaggeration for the Attack at Fromelles 19/20th July 1916. The attack was planned in early July to deter German redeployment of resources to the Somme front where the main British offensive of 1916 had started on 1st July. The attack started just before 6pm on 19th July and was all over by around 8am on 20th. It was a disaster for the Imperial 61st (South Midland) Division and the 5th Australian Division and has gone down as one of the worst days in the history of Australia at war. A full account can be found in 'Fromelles 1916' by Paul Cobb (History Press 2007 ISBN 978-0-7524-4174-0)
Why did Australia go to the western front?
Are you referring to the west of the country or the Western Front as in the First World War? If you are referring to the Western Front, then it is because so many young Australian soldiers lost their lives in battles there. Battles such as Fromelles, Pozieres, Bullecourt, Messines, Ypres and so on resulted in the deaths of many, which when you consider Australia had a relatively small population had a profound impact on the national mindset.
What is the population of Llangollen?
The population of Llangollen is 3,412.
