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Wellinton tunnels; also known as Wellington Quarry were one of the most secret places in military history. They were dug in secret by New Zealand miners. 24,000 British soldiers hid there to launch a surprise attack on the Germans at The Battle of Arras on the 9th April 1917.<br /> Photo shows No 10 Exit.

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    Arras France

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    No 10 Exit Wellington Tunnels Arras.jpg

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    31 Mar 2017

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Wellinton tunnels; also known as Wellington Quarry were one of the most secret places in military history. They were dug in secret by New Zealand miners. 24,000 British soldiers hid there to launch a surprise attack on the Germans at The Battle of Arras on the 9th April 1917.
Photo shows No 10 Exit.

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