1 key feature of each battle

Third Battle of Ypres

Fought in 1917 under extremely bad weather conditions, characterized by heavy rain and constant shelling.

Hill 60

A man-made hill occupied by German troops, crucial during the Second Battle of Ypres, which the British attacked by digging tunnels beneath it.

Battle of Cambrai

Notable for the extensive use of tanks by British troops for the first time, leading to initial success but ultimately losing ground due to lack of infantry support.

Battle of Somme

Characterized by a heavy artillery bombardment led by Douglas Haig in 1916, intended to destroy German defenses, but was largely ineffective.

Battle of Arras

Highlighted by the use of a large network of tunnels created by British troops in 1917 for accommodation, medical support, and secret communication.

Artillery Barrage

A concentrated artillery bombardment used in warfare, notably in the Battle of Somme to weaken enemy defenses.

Tunnels in War

Underground passages dug by soldiers, such as during the Second Battle of Ypres and the Battle of Arras, providing shelter and strategic advantages.

German Bunkers

Heavily reinforced structures used by German troops, which were difficult to destroy, as seen during the Battle of Somme.

Heavy Rain and Mud

Weather conditions that had severe impacts on troop movements and effectiveness during the Third Battle of Ypres.

Infantry Support

Soldiers on foot who support operations, crucial during battles like Cambrai where lack of it led to lost territorial gains.