1918 First World War battle. It began on 21 August 1918 in what is now France and lasted until 2 September 1918 (about 12 days). The setting was River Somme. It was part of Western Front. Those involved included the German Empire, the British Empire, the United States and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.
Before and after
- from 8 August 1918 to 11 November 1918Hundred Days Offensive
- from 8 August 1918 to 12 August 1918Battle of Amiens
- 15 August 1918Earthquake in Cotabato, Mindanao, Philippines
- 16 August 1918Establishment of Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park
- from 21 August 1918 to 2 September 1918Second Battle of the Somme
- from 26 August 1918 to 14 September 1918Battle of Baku
- 7 September 1918Earthquake in Kuril Islands, Russia
- from 12 September 1918 to 16 September 1918Battle of Saint-Mihiel
- from 15 September 1918 to 1 January 1920Don Republic
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