The Somme was more than a battle — it was slaughter.Historians Dan Hill and Spencer Jones expose the truth about trench life, gas attacks, artillery barrages, and why WWI became the war of endurance.⏱ Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Why Wars Happen Podcast00:45 Meet the Guests: Dan Hill and Dr. Spencer Jones01:50 Creating Battlefield Tours and Videos03:37 Deep Dive: The Battle of the Somme06:50 Challenges and Strategies of WWI10:29 Douglas Haig: A Controversial Figure17:12 The Impact of Weapon Quality in WWI19:18 Experiencing History: Battlefield Tours22:06 The Legacy of the Battle of the Somme24:42 The Reality of Life in 191425:52 The Bravery of Endurance in War27:27 German Counteroffensives: A Tactical Analysis33:54 The Evolution of Trench Warfare45:08 The Role and Impact of Chemical Warfare50:49 Upcoming Tours and Final Thoughts#WWI #Somme #TrenchWarfare #GasWarfare #WhyWarsHappened