The Battle of the Somme was one of the largest battles during World War I. It took place between July 1st and November 18th, 1916, along the River Somme in France. It resulted in over one million casualties and is known for its heavy use of trench warfare.
Imagine you're playing an incredibly intense game of chess that lasts for several months. Both sides keep making moves but neither side can claim victory - that's what the Battle of the Somme was like, except with real soldiers instead of chess pieces.
Allied Powers: In World War I, this refers to countries including Britain, France, Russia, Italy and later USA who fought against Central Powers.
Central Powers: This term refers to Germany, Austria-Hungary, Ottoman Empire and Bulgaria who fought against Allied Powers during WWI.
No Man's Land: The term given to the ground between two enemy trench lines which neither side wished to cross or seize due to fear of being attacked by the enemy in the process.
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