The Battle of Zandvoorde was a significant military engagement during World War I, occurring from October 26 to November 10, 1914. It took place near the village of Zandvoorde in Belgium, as part of the larger First Battle of Ypres. The battle involved British forces attempting to hold their positions against advancing German troops, who aimed to capture key strategic locations. The fighting was characterized by intense trench warfare, with both sides suffering heavy casualties. The British successfully defended their lines, but the battle highlighted the brutal conditions of warfare during this period. The outcome contributed to the stalemate that defined much of the Western Front.