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Tag: THE BATTLE OF THE SOMME

Posted on June 13, 2016

REMEMBERING EVERY MAN WHO FELL ON THE FIRST DAY OF THE BATTLE OF THE SOMME

Battle of the somme

MORE than 280 soldiers from The Somerset Light Infantry are to be individually remembered in an unique and historic centenary art project to commemorate the fallen of the Battle of the Somme. The 19240 Shrouds of the Somme aims to commemorate all 19,240 allied soldiers who fell on the first day of the battle which began on July 1st 1916. Full story: Read more

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  • Flooding forecast as rain weather warning issued February 8, 2026
    The Met Office says up to 30mm (1.2 inches) is possible in some areas in the warning.
  • D-Day veteran and wartime ambassador dies aged 100 February 8, 2026
    Stan Ford survived the D-Day landings and sinking of HMS Fratton off the coast of Normandy in 1944.
  • 'Extraordinary' SEND charity celebrates 40 years February 8, 2026
    Springboard Opportunity Group supports families with playgroups, workshops and advice.
  • In Pictures: 'Pancake Day preparations' and 'dancing at Highgrove' February 8, 2026
    Our weekly round-up of photos from across the West region.
  • Beavers to be released in bid to 'restore nature' February 8, 2026
    The animals were brought back to the wild in England last year.

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    The Met Office says up to 30mm (1.2 inches) is possible in some areas in the warning.
  • Nurse struck off for 'wide-ranging failures' February 8, 2026
    A Nursing and Midwifery Council panel finds a Dorset nurse remains a high risk to the public.
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    The best images sent to us from Berkshire, Dorset, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and Oxfordshire.
  • Beavers to be released in bid to 'restore nature' February 8, 2026
    The animals were brought back to the wild in England last year.
  • Teenager Rayan scores as Bournemouth draw against Villa February 7, 2026
    Bournemouth come from behind to earn a 1-1 draw with Aston Villa, thanks to a goal from Brazilian teenager Rayan on his first start for the club.
  • Retirement complex approved after inquiry February 7, 2026
    Dorset Council rejected the project last year but a planning inspector approved it after an inquiry.
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