The Tank’s Battlefield Debut
The Tank’s Battlefield Debut  
Podcast: History Daily
Published On: Tue Sep 15 2026
Description: September 15, 1916. In an attempt to break the brutal stalemate at the Battle of the Somme, tanks are deployed in action for the first time. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily.