108: One Day in Trones Wood - 14th July 1916 - podcast episode cover

108: One Day in Trones Wood - 14th July 1916

Oct 25, 20241 hr 7 minEp. 108
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Episode description

In this episode we examine the successful but costly action of the 6th Northamptonshire's as they attacked and cleared Trones Wood during the Battle of the Somme. We learn about the brave actions of William Boulter who was awarded the Victoria Cross for his bravery and listen to the words of a veteran who was there. We learn about the fighting through the eyes of the veterans who won the day.
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