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The 36th Division, largely composed of soldiers from Northern Ireland, earned a significant reputation during the war, especially for its bravery during the Battle of the Somme in 1916. Falls provides an in-depth look at the division’s formation, its early campaigns, and the challenges it faced. He also highlights the division's pivotal role in the Battle of the Somme, where they suffered heavy casualties, and the later engagements in which the division played a crucial part in the eventual Allied victory.Falls’ narrative is rich with both tactical analysis and personal stories, offering readers a vivid portrayal of the experiences of soldiers who fought in some of the war’s most brutal battles. The book also explores the cultural and regional significance of the 36th Division, shedding light on the unit’s identity and the pride it instilled in Northern Ireland. The History of the 36th (Ulster) Division remains a key work for understanding the military history of the First World War, particularly in relation to the contributions of the Ulster Division to the war effort.