Douglas Haig

Douglas Haig was a British Army officer and commander during World War I, best known for his leadership during major battles such as the Somme and Passchendaele. Appointed to command the British Expeditionary Force in 1915, his strategies and high casualty rates earned him mixed reviews, with some viewing him as a capable leader and others as a tactician who prioritized offensive strategies that led to significant losses. Despite the controversies, he played a crucial role in the eventual victory of the Allies in 1918 and is often referred to as the "Butcher of the Somme" due to the heavy toll of war.