The Somme 1916: Mansel Copse

This film tells the story of the 8th and 9th Devon's on the 1st July 1916, both served in 20 Bde of 7th Division. Their objective was the German Strong point of Mametz. By 5 pm the Devon's along with the rest of 7th Div had taken Mametz despite taking over 3300 casulaties.