... facing the British Army. Nevertheless the Battle of the Somme accomplished noteworthy objects, because it relieved the pressure on Verdun and wrecked the German hopes of forcing the Meuse. The Battle of the Somme, after our first successes, was continued ...

... THROUGH THE SOMME TO TRIUMPH. VEN at this short distance from the battle of the Somme the greatest in the world's history, we see it now in clear perspective and can judge its bearing on the whole course of the war. When the battle opened the Germans ...

... Dominion and quarter of the Empire, whether Regulars, Territorials, or men of the New Armies, have borne a share in the Battle of the Somme. While some have been more fortunate than others i.n opportunities Dor distinction, all have done their duty nobly. ...