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Battle of the Somme
1916 • Picardie Materialschlacht
Historical Overview
Bloodiest battle of the war; British relief offensive.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Draw (minor territorial gain).
British & French
- Commander: Douglas Haig
- Strength: ca. 1.500.000
- Casualties: ca. 620.000
German Empire
- Commander: Rupprecht v. Bayern
- Strength: ca. 1.000.000
- Casualties: ca. 450.000
Strategic Context
Relieving French troops at Verdun.
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