1. Delville Wood Cemetery, located in Longueval, France, is a Commonwealth War Graves Commission cemetery that is dedicated to the soldiers who died in the Battle of Delville Wood during World War I. The battle, which took place in 1916, was a significant part of the larger Battle of the Somme. The cemetery contains the graves of over 5,500 soldiers, many of whom were South African soldiers who fought in the battle.
The centerpiece of the cemetery is the Delville Wood Memorial, which commemorates the South African soldiers who fought and died in the battle. The memorial is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave soldiers during the war.
2. Delville Wood Cemetery is open to the public daily from 8 am to 6 pm. The cemetery does not have a phone number for public inquiries, but visitors can contact the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for more information.
3. There is no entrance fee to visit Delville Wood Cemetery. Visitors can reach the cemetery by car or public transportation. The nearest train station is in the town of Albert, which is about 8 kilometers away from the cemetery. Additionally, there are guided tours available for those who wish to learn more about the history of the cemetery and the Battle of Delville Wood.
