The Battle Or Arras Flashcards
1
Q
When was the battle of Arras
A
April 1917
2
Q
What was special about the battle of arras
A
Network of underground tunnels
Running water, electricity, accommodation, hospital for 700 beds and some operating theatres.
Used as shelters against artillery fire and to convey troops to the front line in secrecy and safety
3
Q
What happened in the tunnels under arras
A
24,000 british troops attacked
16,000 British + Canadian casualties
4
Q
Who helped to build the tunnels under arras
A
New Zealand
5
Q
When did the underground hospital open
A
1916
6
Q
When and why did the underground hospital close
A
Abandoned when water supply was destroyed in battle of arras in 1917
