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Wales at the Somme: Gareth Thomas and the Battle of Mametz Wood
Wales at the Somme, part of World War I from BBC Wales. Welsh rugby legend Gareth 'Alfie' Thomas travels to France to unearth his great uncles' involvement in the Battle of the Somme. At Mametz Wood he joins an archaeological dig, which reveals new and groundbreaking discoveries.
Last on
Mon 4 Jul 201621:00
BBC One Wales & Wales HD only
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Gareth Thomas digs at Mametz
Duration: 02:38
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Richard Harrington |
| Presenter | Gareth Thomas |
| Producer | Louise Bray |
| Director | Louise Bray |
| Executive Producer | Jobim Sampson |
| Director | Jobim Sampson |
Broadcast
- Mon 4 Jul 201621:00BBC One Wales & Wales HD only
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Battle of the Somme Centenary
Programmes commemorating and shining a light on the WWI battle, 100 years on.

