The Great War

Season 4, Episode 22

Episode Title: French Mutinies - Tunnels Under Messines Ridge - Week 149

Air Date: 2017-06-01

Overview:

The casualties and lack of success during the Nivelle Offensive were too much for the French Army and now the breaking point was reached. While parts of the French Army are in open mutiny, British Commander Douglas Haig is already planning the next offensive at Ypres. This time he wants to combine it with an amphibious landing along the Belgian coast.