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The Battle Of The Somme: How Did Ordinary Men Become WW1 Heroes? | Heroes Of The Somme

The Battle Of The Somme was the bloodiest battle of the First World War. There were over 1 million casualties, but within the cacophony of bullets and bloodshed incredible stories of valour and heroism emerged. In this documentary, delve into the lives of seven courageous men who's extraordinary bravery earned them the Victoria Cross, Britain's rarest military medal.

English
  • Originally Aired July 7, 2023
  • Runtime 59 minutes
  • Production Code QLg-XJcUz8g
  • Created October 19, 2023 by
    phyzical
  • Modified March 23, 2024 by
    Jaydee61