The Guns at Le Cateau: 26 August 1914

Speaker: Vern Littley

This is a classic battle fought during the Retreat from Mons in August 1914 between the II Corps of the BEF and IV army Corps of the Imperial German army. Smith-Dorien (GOC II Corps) deciding his men were too exhausted to continue the retreat, held his position for over six hours against the German IV Corps before continuing his retreat. This talk will include a look at the battlefield today, the best stands to view the battle. It will retell the story of this famous action and discuss the lessons learnt.

Members and non-members of The Western Front Association are equally welcome. Any new visitors are guaranteed a friendly atmosphere and a warm welcome from a group of like-minded enthusiasts.

Event organiser: Yorkshire branch

13 December 2025 14:00 to 13 December 2025 16:00

Manor Academy, Millfield Lane, Nether Poppleton, York, YO26 6PA

Branch contacts

David Tattersfield
(Branch Chairman)