The Fortifications of Verdun 1874–1917
Author | : Clayton Donnell |
Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
Total Pages | : 66 |
Release | : 2012-08-20 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781849084130 |
ISBN-13 | : 1849084130 |
Rating | : 4/5 (130 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Fortifications of Verdun 1874–1917 written by Clayton Donnell and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2012-08-20 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ring of fortifications protecting the city of Verdun on the Meuse River would become critical in the infamous battle of World War I. This book examines these fortifications, including the famous forts of Douaumont and Vaux that saw some of the fiercest fighting during the battle.