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Ancre Heights 8, Somme day 100
Engagement/Skirmish Name : Ancre Heights 8, Somme day 100
Date(s) : 08 October 1916
Part of : First World War , The Western Front , The Battle of the Somme ,
Outcome : An inconclusive engagement between British & Commonwealth Forces and German Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
Strong attacks were put in by XIV Corps, III Corps and the Canadian Corps. Again the gains which were made were at high cost, as were the failed attacks. The Canadians suffered particularly heavy losses both in their assaults and in repelling counter-attacks. The withdrawal of the Corps from the front line was commenced [completed on the 11th October.]
