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In terms of the battle itself it can be considered as a complete disaster however in the larger scheme of the entire war it was arguably necessary for success. Here are some reasons why it can be claimed a success:
- it fulfilled its key objectives by relieving pressure on the French at Verdun who were close to collapse, it made the German army move troops fighting in Verdun to the Somme therefore aiding the French
- German casualties (500,000) by the end of the five months was greater than that of the British (420,000)
- weakened the German army who, unlike the Allies, did not have sufficient reserves to fight on such a scale as the Somme again, from this point the Germans knew it was unlikely they could win the war
- arguably a victory for the Allies shown by the German's strategic scorched earth withdrawal. They were worn out and it broke German morale and the heart of the German army
- allowed new tactics to be formed and tested: use of tanks and the creeping barrage
What else can I help you with?
Where was the Battle of the Somme?
The Battle of the Somme began in France near the Somme River.
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.
What year was the battle of somme in?
1st July, 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.
Why wasn't the battle of the Somme a total disaster?
It was a disaster...over 1,000,000 soldiers died in it...
Did the Battle of Somme help in the long run?
Although the Battle Of The Somme was a disaster it did mean British commanders started to use new technologies and tactics.
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.
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.
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.
What year was the battle of somme in?
1st July, 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 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
