26 September-11 November 1916: The Battles of Thiepval Ridge (26-28 September), Le Transloy, & the Ancre Heights (both 1 October-11 November)—The Anglo-French & Imperial offensives, which never achieved the desired strategic breakthrough but steadily gained ground, were slowed by adverse weather & renewed German defensive vigor; trenches, tanks, gas, & aeroplanes all featured.
Lest we forget.
Commentary: Truly, truly, lest we forget.
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