somme

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A proper noun referring to a major battle of World War I that took place in 1916, as well as a battle of World War II in 1944.

• 🇩🇪Eigenname für die große Schlacht des Ersten Weltkriegs 1916 an der Somme in Nordfrankreich sowie für die Schlacht des Zweiten Weltkriegs 1944 in derselben Region.

1. Battle of the Somme (1916) B2 formal british

   A major battle of World War I fought between July and November 1916, known for its heavy casualties and trench warfare.

   • The Battle of the Somme is one of the bloodiest battles in history.
   • Many soldiers lost their lives in the Somme offensive.
   • The Somme campaign lasted for over four months.

   🇩🇪Schlacht an der Somme

2. Battle of the Somme (1944) B2 formal british

   A battle during World War II, part of the Allied advance from Normandy, fought in the Somme region of France.

   • The 1944 Battle of the Somme was part of the liberation of France.
   • Allied forces pushed through the Somme region in August 1944.
   • The Somme river crossing was a key objective in the campaign.

   🇩🇪Schlacht an der Somme (1944)