Germans at Verdun
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Germans at Verdun
BATTLE OF VERDUN - general von Falkenhayn urges his men to a renewed attack but despite repeated assaults, the French hold out and the Germans will have to abandon the siege
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Abandon Assaults Attack Falkenhayn Germans Hold Renewed Repeated Siege Urges Verdun
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the determination and resolve of the German forces during the Battle of Verdun in February 1916. In the foreground, General Erich von Falkenhayn, the commander of the German Second Army, urges his men to renew their assault on the heavily fortified French lines at Verdun. The Battle of Verdun, which began in July 1916, was one of the longest and deadliest engagements of the First World War. Despite repeated and sustained assaults, the French forces, led by General Philippe Pétain, managed to hold out against the German onslaught. The Battle of Verdun was significant for its sheer scale and the immense human cost it inflicted on both sides. The German High Command, under the leadership of General Erich von Falkenhayn, had hoped to inflict a crushing defeat on the French and divert Allied forces from the Western Front. However, the tenacity of the French defenders and the harsh winter conditions forced the Germans to abandon their siege in December 1916. This historical image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers on both sides during the Battle of Verdun. The image captures the intensity of the conflict, with the grim faces of the German soldiers reflecting the harsh realities of trench warfare. The image also underscores the importance of morale and leadership in the face of adversity, as General von Falkenhayn rallies his troops for another assault on the French lines. This photograph is an essential addition to any collection of First World War history, providing a glimpse into the courage and resilience of the soldiers who fought in one of the most significant battles of the war.
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