What two battles took place in 1916?

In 1916, two major battles of World War I were the Battle of the Somme and the Battle of Verdun. The Battle of the Somme, which began in July, aimed to relieve pressure on the French forces and marked one of the bloodiest battles in history, resulting in over a million casualties. The Battle of Verdun, fought from February to December, was one of the longest battles of the war, symbolizing French determination and resulting in significant losses for both sides. Together, these battles exemplified the brutal nature of trench warfare during the conflict.