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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.]