... goes on to point out the weaknesses developed in the German machine by the strain of the battle : - - - - The reports on the experience gained in the Battle of the Somme submitted to Corps headquarters unanimously agree as to the necessity for an increased ...

... following paragraphs from General von Arnim on the subject are opportune One of the moat important lessons drawn from the Battle of the Somme is that under heavy artillery fire the front line should be only thinly held, but by reliable men and a few machine-gona ...