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Pozierers Ridge 12, Somme day 34


Engagement/Skirmish Name : Pozierers Ridge 12, Somme day 34

Date(s) : 03 August 1916

Part of : First World War , The Western Front , The Battle of the Somme ,

Outcome : A victory for British & Commonwealth Forces over German Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The 12th Div of II Corps put in an attack at 23.15 this was successful in gaining a foothold in the centre of Ration Trench just over 200yds from their start line.