| There is a drama-documentary on BBC1 at 8pm which may address some of these issues.
Yes, this was simply the first day of a larger battle which lasted until November of that year. Indeed also don't forget the sacrifices of the commonwealth and French forces which took part either directly or by supporting the battle in other ways.
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Voice or no voice, the people can always be brought to the bidding of the leaders. That is easy. All you have to do is to tell them they are being attacked, and denounce the pacifists for lack of patriotism and exposing the country to danger. It works the same in any country. Herman Goering
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