How was the land affected in the battle of Somme?

Answer 1

At the end of the battle, British and French forces had penetrated a total of 6 miles (9.7 km) into German occupied territory. The British Army was three miles from Bapaume and also did not capture Le Transloy or any other French town, failing to capture many objectives. The Germans were still occupying partially entrenched positions and were not as demoralized as the British high command had anticipated.

Answer 2

The British gained an area of 20x7 miles deep. Most of the casualties on the British side were lost in ground that was British, as it was, before the battle began. they were killed & wounded in their approach to the trenches from the rear areas.

Answer 3

5 whole miles...

8 whole kilometres...

For 140 000 lives...

That the Germans captured back a few months later!!!!!

Answer 4

It is said that 30 miles were gained for the British against the Germans-- and they captured the ridge and drove the Germans back

Answer 5

12 km of ground

Answer 6

11 kilometers

Answer 7

550km