Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig, was a British senior officer during World War I. He is best known for his role as the commander of the British Expeditionary Force on the Western Front. Haig's leadership during the war has been a topic of historical debate, with some praising his strategic vision and others criticizing his tactics, particularly during the Battle of the Somme and the Battle of Passchendaele. After the war, Haig was involved in various military and veterans' organizations and was made an Earl in recognition of his service.