Battle of Albert

The Battle of Albert, fought in August 1918 during World War I, was part of the Hundred Days Offensive. Allied forces, mainly British and American troops, launched an attack against the German lines near the town of Albert in France. The goal was to break through the German defenses and accelerate the end of the war. The battle involved coordinated attacks with artillery and infantry, leading to significant gains for the Allies. It marked a turning point that contributed to the eventual Allied victory, demonstrating the effectiveness of combined arms tactics and easy mobility across the battered battlefield.