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AIF Mouquet Farm Memorial: A Testament to Australian Sacrifice

A poignant memorial in Ovillers-la-Boisselle honoring the Australian soldiers who fought at Mouquet Farm during the Battle of the Somme.

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The AIF Mouquet Farm Memorial, located in Ovillers-la-Boisselle, France, stands as a solemn tribute to the Australian soldiers who fought and died during the Battle of the Somme in World War I. The memorial marks the site of fierce fighting, particularly around Mouquet Farm, a key German strong point.

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Local tips

  • Wear comfortable shoes as the area involves walking to explore the memorial grounds and surrounding area.
  • Consider visiting nearby WWI memorials and sites to gain a broader understanding of the historical context.
  • Check the weather forecast before visiting and dress accordingly, as the site is exposed to the elements.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Amiens, take a train to Albert. The train journey is approximately 30 minutes. From Albert, a bus runs to Ovillers-la-Boisselle once daily, Monday to Friday. Take the bus from ALBERT - Collège Pierre et Marie Curie to OVILLERS-LA-BOISSELLE - Ovillers - Ecole. The bus takes approximately 16 minutes and costs €1 - €2. From the bus stop, it is a short walk to the memorial.

  • Taxi

    From Albert, taxis are available to reach the AIF Mouquet Farm Memorial. The taxi ride takes approximately 20 minutes and costs around €20-€25. Alternatively, a taxi from Albert to Ovillers-la-Boisselle takes about 6 minutes and costs €11-€14.

  • Car

    The AIF Mouquet Farm Memorial is located on the D73, in Ovillers-la-Boisselle. From Amiens, take the A29 motorway towards Saint-Quentin. Take the exit for the D929 towards Albert. Follow the D929 until you reach the D73, then turn left. Parking is available near the site.

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The AIF Mouquet Farm Memorial commemorates the immense sacrifice of Australian soldiers during the Battle of the Somme, specifically the bloody struggle for Mouquet Farm. Between August and September 1916, three Australian divisions launched nine separate attacks on the farm, a heavily defended German position on a ridge near Pozières. The farm buildings were reduced to rubble, but the Germans had reinforced the cellars below, creating a network of underground bunkers. The fighting at Mouquet Farm was brutal, resulting in over 11,000 Australian casualties. Despite repeated assaults, the Australians were unable to capture and hold the farm. The British advance eventually bypassed Mouquet Farm, and it finally fell on September 27, 1916. Today, the memorial provides a place for quiet reflection amidst the peaceful French countryside. Informative plaques detail the events of the battle and the strategic importance of the farm. The memorial serves as a reminder of the courage, tenacity, and sacrifice of the Australian soldiers who fought and died on the Somme. It is a place to pay respects to those who served and to contemplate the human cost of war.

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