Battle of the Somme: Our region's stories
This week marks 100 years since the start of one of the bloodiest battles of World War One, the Battle of the Somme. We share stories from soldiers from across the south of Scotland Cumbria.
WATCH: Our region remembers the Somme
Thousands of soldiers who died in the Battle of the Somme will be remembered today as the country pays tribute to those who were killed in the historic battle which began 100 years ago on July 1, 1916.
Vigils have been held across the Border region to remember our soldiers:
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Lest We Forget: Centenary of the Battle of the Somme
Vigils have been held in the region to mark the 100th anniversary of the battle of the Somme.
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Overnight vigils will mark Somme centenary
Vigils will take place across the region tonight to remember those who fought in the Battle of the Somme 100 years ago.
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Students travel to France to commemorate the Somme
In Tim Backshall's latest blog, pupils from a primary school in Penrith are in France for the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme.