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The Somme: From Defeat to Victory

The film presents a nuanced portrayal of the Battle of Passchendaele, one of the deadliest conflicts of World War One, shedding light on its harsh and unforgiving nature.

The film tells the story of the two Battles of the Somme from the perspective of British and German soldiers, using diaries, records, and eyewitness accounts. It explores how the British Army leadership adapted lessons learned from the disastrous July 1916 attacks to achieve victory in September 1916, a pivotal moment in the First World War.

Info about The Somme: From Defeat to Victory

Studio(s): BBC, NDR

Originally Released: United States, Jul 02, 2006

Production Countries: Germany, United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary, History, War