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The term "Germans smash at Verdun" refers to the intense and brutal fighting during the Battle of Verdun in World War I, which took place from February to December 1916. The German army aimed to bleed France white by capturing this strategically significant location, resulting in one of the longest and costliest battles in history. The battle symbolized the horrors of trench warfare, with massive casualties on both sides, and became a symbol of French national determination and resilience. Ultimately, the French forces managed to hold their ground, but at a staggering cost.
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When did allies stop the Germans in the battle of Verdun?
1916.february 1944
When the war reached a stalemate the Germans tried to overrun the french at?
Verdun.
How is the battle of verdun linked to the battle of somme?
Russia's siege that ended the war in Europe
Why did the battle of the somme happen?
For a number of months the French had been taking severe losses at Verdun - to the east of Paris. To relieve the French, the Allied High Command decided to attack the Germans to the north of Verdun therefore requiring the Germans to move some of their men away from the Verdun battlefield thus relieving the French. Basically, the French wanted the Germans to get off their land.
Who is the french general who defended Verdun in 1916?
The French General who defended Verdun in 1916 was General Nivelle. Nivelle planned and executed an attack against the Germans.
Did German's win a major victory when they captured Verdun?
In WWI, the Germans did not capture Verdun. However, the battle for Verdun in 1916 lasted about 300 days. The French were able to defend Verdun, but casualties on both sides were high. Over 700,000 men died during this battle.
Why were the British in the Battle of the Somme 1916?
To take pressure off the French at Verdun. to break the stalemate between the Germans and british
What do they treat people like?
They let the Germans (aryans) freely smash Jewish shop windows and if Germans saw Jews on the street they were free to bash them. They let the Germans (aryans) freely smash Jewish shop windows and if Germans saw Jews on the street they were free to bash them.
What do the battles of Ypres and the battle of the Somme have in common?
The Battle of Verdun, the Somme, and Ypres were all World War I battles with the French fighting the Germans.
What do the battles of Verdum the Somme and Ypres all have in common?
The Battle of Verdun, the Somme, and Ypres were all World War I battles with the French fighting the Germans.
What weapon was used by Germany when they attacked verdun in ww1?
When the Germans first attacked in February of 1916, they used flame throwers to advance far enough to get past the fort surrounding Verdun. Thereafter, they used artillery guns and air planes for the 300-day battle.
Who served under General Philippe Petain in the battle of Verdun?
My great-grandfather served under him and said that Philippe was a great hero and he admired him even after the collabrated with the Germans.
