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On the first day of the Battle of the Somme, which commenced on July 1, 1916, the British Army unleashed one of the largest artillery barrages in history, firing approximately 1.5 million shells over a week-long bombardment preceding the attack. However, on that specific day, around 100,000 shells were fired as part of the initial assault. This bombardment aimed to destroy German defenses, but many fortifications remained intact, contributing to the heavy casualties sustained by British forces on that day.
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What did Australia do at the battle of the Somme?
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.
How and why did the plan of the battle of Somme - WW1 fail?
because Haig and the british troops planned to reach the high land and gain a lot more land then they actually did, even though they had less amounts of casualties and deaths then Germany they still lossed an amazing amount of troops for such a little reward. The Artillery bombardments didn't bring much success and it was only until 1917 when Haig introduced the Tanks.
What came first the battle of saratoga or the battle of Trenton?
The battle of Trenton happened in 1776. The battle of Saratoga happened in 1777. So battle of Trenton came first.
What does the Battle of the Somme tell us about the nature of the Western Front?
The Battle of the Somme exemplifies the brutal and entrenched nature of warfare on the Western Front during World War I. Marked by massive casualties and minimal territorial gains, it highlights the challenges of trench warfare, including the use of outdated tactics against modern weaponry. The battle also underscores the immense human cost of attrition strategies, revealing the psychological and physical toll on soldiers. Overall, it illustrates the grim realities of a stalemate that characterized much of the conflict on the Western Front.
Was the battle of the somme a success or a failure?
Yes, in some ways the battle of The Somme was succesfull, it surved its purpose and reduced the pressure of the French army. Allthough the battle caused many deaths without much gain of territory.No the battle of the Somme was a huge failure. 80,000 casualties
What led to the occurrence of the battle of somme?
not much.
How much did the battle of the somme cost the army?
4 and a half frisbees
Who gained the most ground the Germans or the allies in the battle of the somme?
Battle of Somme was a battle in first world war fought between English and French armies against German army on both sides of River Somme in France. At the end of battle the combined English and French forces had advanced 6 miles into German territory gaining much more ground than German forces.
What did Australia do at the battle of the Somme?
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.
What was the battle of Buena Vista?
The Battle of Buena Vista, also known as the Battle of Angostura, saw the United States Army use artillery to repulse the much larger Mexican Army in the Mexican-American War.
What was the general role of artillery in the US Civil War?
Generally speaking, the major role or first function of artillery in the US Civil War was not geared to winning a battle at close range. This was a possibility based on terrain and other factors. With that said, artillery was primarily defensive in nature. The idea was to keep the enemy at bay so they could not enter into close quarters. The success of artillery in the war was when it was used in defense. This was seen in the Napoleonic era. ost attempts by Napoleon to create a central break in enemy lines with cannon usually fell short of this intended goal. On defense, Napoleon's artillery, ( he first trained in artillery ) was much more successful.
How and why did the plan of the battle of Somme - WW1 fail?
because Haig and the british troops planned to reach the high land and gain a lot more land then they actually did, even though they had less amounts of casualties and deaths then Germany they still lossed an amazing amount of troops for such a little reward. The Artillery bombardments didn't bring much success and it was only until 1917 when Haig introduced the Tanks.
What were the effects of the battle of the Somme?
Because the ideas & plans of the Generals that sent the men over the top were far rmoved from the advances that technology had made in terms of the ability of the defenders to slaughter en masse the attackers moving slowly across no mans land. The truth is that the Generals always fight this war with the ideas trhat prevailed in the previous conflict. That is what History offers as the best laid plan. But it does not move with the times. The machine guns of the German defenders reaped a terrible harvest that no amount of individual bravery could be expected to counter. The attackers were in fact sent to their deaths with little prospect of achieving very much at all: What does it matter whether the front line is here or 2 miles over there ? It was a strategic irrelevance, tactically it was inept. But that is so easy to say with hindsight, what else was to be done at the time ?
What came first the battle of saratoga or the battle of Trenton?
The battle of Trenton happened in 1776. The battle of Saratoga happened in 1777. So battle of Trenton came first.
What does the Battle of the Somme tell us about the nature of the Western Front?
The Battle of the Somme exemplifies the brutal and entrenched nature of warfare on the Western Front during World War I. Marked by massive casualties and minimal territorial gains, it highlights the challenges of trench warfare, including the use of outdated tactics against modern weaponry. The battle also underscores the immense human cost of attrition strategies, revealing the psychological and physical toll on soldiers. Overall, it illustrates the grim realities of a stalemate that characterized much of the conflict on the Western Front.
How much does a 37 mm artillery projectile weigh?
The US M3 artillery projectile weighed about 1 pound
How much do artillery shells cost?
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