Preamble: The Battle of the Somme was fought between July 1 and November 1, 1916. During this battle the total casualties for both sides have been estimated at approximately 887,000. The British Army on the opening day suffered 57,000 casualties. For the 18th Battalion this battle was one of it bloodiest engagements up until this... Continue Reading →
“Brickfields” and Death: The Battle of Fler-Courcelette Page Posted
Read about this major battle that led to casualties equal to or greater than a Canadian Division at that time.Why did 93 men of the 18th Battalion die and why was it not recorded?
History of the 18th Battalion CEF, "The Fighting Eighteenth" 