Bourlon Wood, November 1917: What 185 Brigade Did Next

Published on 27 June 2025
Submitted by Fraser Skirrow

On 20 November 20 1917 at Havrincourt 185 Brigade of the 62nd West Riding Division carried out a highly successful attack. Called back into action days later the Brigade found itself in an unplanned and confused engagement with an enemy rapidly recovering from the shock of the assault.

How did the officers and men of 185 apply their tactical skills to this situation and what can be learned from the fight at Bourlon Wood?

Bourlon Wood, November 1917 – What 185 Brigade Did Next
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