Clash of Steel
for Military History enthusiasts

Anniversaries for today :

• Gibraltar (21 July 1704 - 24 July 1704)
• Denain (24 July 1712)
• Scilla (24 July 1806)
• Girona 2 (24 July 1808 - 16 August 1808)
• Coa River (24 July 1810)
• Riga [Blockade] (24 July 1812 - 18 December 1812)
• Nasiriya (24 July 1915)
• Pozieres Ridge 2, Somme day 24 (24 July 1916)
• Operation 'Overlord' (06 June 1944 - 24 July 1944)

Welcome to Clash of Steel

"a website devoted to Military History, including an on-line database of military engagements and images from wars throughout history."

What is Clash of Steel?

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Featured image : Vickers Mark 8 naval gun.

The ‘standard’ 4.5 inch/114mm gun fitted in Type 42 Destroyers, Batch 3 of Type 22 Frigates and all Type 23 Frigates. Capable of firing a range of ammunition at up to 25 rounds per minute out to a maximum range of 17 miles.

Gallery updated : 11th Jun 2012

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Featured battle : Pozieres Ridge 9, Somme day 30 (30 July 1916)

Strong attacks along the whole of the Fourth Army front led to small gains and heavy losses. Among the losses were the 2nd Royal Scots Fusiliers who were cut off and overrun. A section of the German front line was taken.

Database updated : 10th Oct 2013

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