The Battle of the Somme
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Amidst the horrors of World War I, the Battle of the Somme unfolds as a devastating clash between Allied and German forces on the fields of France, leaving an indelible mark on history. You will learn about the whole build up toward the 1st of July which doesn't get mentioned that often in WW1 Somme documentaries
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