Third Battle of Morlancourt

Date from 10 June 1918
Date to 10 June 1918
Category Battle
Description

An attack carried out on 10 June 1918 by 7th Brigade of the 2nd Australian against the southern portion of the Morlancourt spur which overlooked the village of Sailly-Laurette on the Somme. Launched at dusk under cover of an accurate barrage, the operation was a success and resulted in the taking of 325 German prisoners at a cost of 400 Australian casualties.

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