The "Somme 1916" Museum in Albert
The Somme 1916 Museum in Albert occupies what was originally the crypt beneath the basilica, used as aircraft shelters in the world war 2. Alcoves show scenes of soldiers life...
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The Somme 1916 Museum occupies what was originally the crypt beneath the basilica, used as aircraft shelters in the world war 2. Alcoves show scenes of trench life during the world war 1. Also they displayed and set up original uniforms and equipment , while show-cases contain quantities of weaponry and other war materials rescued after the war from the surroundings fields and old trenches. |
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Guides are available, and material is presented in English, German, French and Dutch. |
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
"Somme 1916" Museum
Rue Anicet Godin
80300 Albert
Tel. : +33 (0)3 22 75 16 17
