Bapaume Australian Cemetery

The Bapaume Australian Cemetery is a military cemetery located in the French commune of Bapaume. The site is maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

History

Bapaume was severely damaged by both sides during World War I.
When the cemetery was established in 1917, the location was close to the 3rd Australian Casualty Clearing Station.

Design

The rectangular site is enclosed by a rubble wall.

Burials

The site includes both Commonwealth and German graves, including 87 identified casualties from World War I.