The start of yet another week on the battlefields on the Somme and day 67 has seen some advancement. Not only has most of Leuze Wood been captured but the Allied line has been moved forward 1,500 yards, East of Guillemont. As a result of recent fighting, the German Second Line is now occupied completely by Allies.
We awoke this morning (day 68) to yet more good news, on hearing that Falfemont Farm had been taken during the night. Furthermore, I am pleased to announce that not only is the British advance to Ginchy completed, Guillemont has also been consolidated. This turned out to be the best day for Asquith to visit and have lunch with Rawlinson. He also spent time visiting the front, taking time out to inspect the ruins of Fricourt. Also visiting the front today was Maurice Hankey and Maurice Bonham-Carter.
After several visits yesterday and much news to be celebrated, day 69, although a lot of aerial activity, has seen little else, with nothing more to add.
Day 70 of the battle of the Somme has seen an attack to the west end of High Wood. This attack has had devastating effects to the Gloucester Regiment who suffered high loss of life.
The rain has returned on the 71st day of the battle, despite this, trenches have been taken both to the north and ease of Leuze Wood. I'm pleased to report Ginchy has also fallen into the Allies hands.
The battle of the Somme has now been raging for 72 days now, with rain constantly falling making conditions hazardous. Despite this, counter-attacks at Ginchy have been repulsed, whilst the British Line to the east of Guillemont has moved forward. In other news, Rawlinson attended a conference earlier today, with the main point being how best to use tanks in future battles.
It's now day 73 of the battle, making it the end of week 10. Rawlinson, after his conference yesterday, is currently said to be taking a break at Boulogne, probably preparing himself for a rumoured attack in the next few days. A large fire broke out earlier today at Grandcourt, after British artillery hit a German ammunition dump. The fire is currently still raging.
Remember to check back here on the 18th September to hear the latest news.
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