Pozières

Pozières is a small village in northern France that became a significant battleground during World War I, especially in 1916. It was part of the Battle of the Somme, where Allied forces fought to capture German-held territory. The village and its surrounding areas saw intense fighting, leading to widespread destruction and heavy casualties. Today, Pozières is remembered as a symbol of the wartime sacrifice and is home to a military cemetery and memorial honoring those who fought and lost their lives there. It serves as a poignant reminder of the war's human cost.