Spirits of the Somme: 1st July 1916, The Blackest Day

The horrific story of the WWI battle on July 1, 1916, in Somme, France, unfolds here in an extraordinary documentary. The gripping details are accompanied by rare footage and archival photographs, not only to retell the story, but also to preserve it's memory in honor of the 60, 000 British soldiers who lost their lives there. Award-winning writer Bob Carruthers worked diligently on and directed this piece of history on film in hopes that it will never be forgotten. 2012/color-b & w/99 min/PG/ full screen & widescreen.