WW1 western front battle first use tanks

This resource explores Hamel, Amiens and Montbrehain. More information on the life and service of Private Harry Dalziel can be found at More of the ‘Hundred Days’ Please note: Following publication, consultation with descendants of Private Harry Dalziel determined that Harry did not lose his finger during the Battle of Hamel (although he did suffer a hand injury) and part of the journey from Townsville to Atherton was made via steamer. the succession of allied victories that historians now refer to as the ‘Hundred Days’ Offensive.Īustralian and American troops during the battle of Hamel (Australian War Memorial).the Hindenburg Line, the German army’s imposing 11km deep defensive position.the capture of Mephisto, the German tank now housed at the Anzac Legacy Gallery at the Queensland Museum.inspiring exploits for which Queenslander Harry Dalziel was awarded the Victoria Cross.

the first successful trial of a ‘combined arms’ attack.the tactics and strategies of Lieutenant General Sir John Monash.In detailing the battles at Hamel, Amiens and Montbrehain, this resource also describes: Their involvement in battles at Hamel, Amiens, Montbrehain and others made significant contributions to bringing the war to an end.ĭiscover how our men lived the Anzac spirit during the final months of conflict of the First World War.ĭownload our commemorative resource, The battles that won the First World War (PDF, 2.38MB). Between June and October 1918, Australian troops fought resolutely along the Western Front in Northern France.

WW1 western front battle first use tanks