It began on July 1st, 1916, and is considered by many, the most devastating battle of World War I, resulting in more than one million casualties.
- Battle of Ypres
- Battle of the Somme
- Battle of Verdun
- Battle of Galipoli
Answer
The correct answer is B) Battle of the Somme.
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