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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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  • Boys, 7 and 9, among five in hospital after crash December 19, 2025
    The crash on Thursday night involved a white Range Rover and a blue Renault Clio on the A30.
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    Christmas is one of the busiest periods of the year for horse racing workers.
  • Pub closure fear after 'phenomenal' rise in rates December 19, 2025
    One landlady says she is facing a £24k business rate increase on one of her pubs.
  • How volunteers are spreading joy this Christmas December 19, 2025
    Free pantomime trips and "bags of joy" are being distributed across the region.
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    The NHS confirms it will reduce beds at two hospitals as as part of a trial.

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