The Second Battle of the Somme took place from March 21 to April 5, 1918, during World War I. It was part of the larger German Spring Offensive, aimed at breaking the stalemate on the Western Front. The battle involved intense fighting along the Somme River in northern France, where German forces launched a surprise attack against the Allied troops. The battle resulted in significant territorial gains for the Germans, who advanced several miles into Allied-held territory. Despite initial successes, the offensive eventually stalled due to strong Allied resistance and logistical challenges. The Second Battle of the Somme highlighted the brutal nature of trench warfare and the high human cost of the conflict.