BUTCHER OF THE SOMME? (Failures of the Somme)

Question 1

Main reason to why TBOS would be considered a failure?

Answer 1

1. 57,000 British (🚑/💀) on the first day

Question 2

Why was 57,000 casualties unacceptable?

Answer 2

1. Better planning + preparations =
2. Less casualties
3. (avoided)

Question 3

Why was 57,000 casualties so alarming/shocking?

Answer 3

1. Worst losses every recorded
2. in B military history
3. (60 AD) more destructive day)

Question 4

Why else would the battle be considered a faliure?

Answer 4

1. Lots of lives lost
2. Only 5 miles secured
3. Not planned 20 miles