Doullens Communal Cemetery, located in France, features two extensions primarily dedicated to Commonwealth war burials from the First World War. Extension No. 1 contains 1,335 Commonwealth graves, along with seven French and 13 German war graves. Extension No. 2 has 374 Commonwealth burials and 87 German war graves. Here are some key details about each extension:
Doullens Communal Cemetery Extension No. 1
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Commonwealth Burials: 1,335
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Other Burials: 7 French and 13 German war graves
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Historical Significance: Served as a junction between the French Tenth Army and the Commonwealth Third Army from summer 1915 to March 1916.
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Notable Graves: Includes the graves of 78 men from the New Zealand Expeditionary Force.
Doullens Communal Cemetery Extension No. 2
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Commonwealth Burials: 374
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Other Burials: 87 German war graves
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Notable Graves: Also includes graves of men from the New Zealand Expeditionary Force, specifically 28 individuals.
Location and Coordinates
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Coordinates: N50.15521, E2.35102
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Region: Picardie, France
Additional Information
- Cemetery Types: The site includes the main Communal Cemetery along with the two extensions.
- Visitor Information: The cemetery is accessible for visitors interested in history and remembrance of those who served in the First World War.