Verdun: an integrated defence: an outline of the French fortifications of the Great War based on a detailed review of the defences of Verdun

Detailed study of the Verdun defences during one of the longest and bloodiest battles of the Great War in which fortifications play a significant role. These fortifications were designed and constructed over the years 1874-1914

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Main Author: Wells, Neil J. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Uckfield, East Sussex, England Naval & Military Press 2009
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Summary:Detailed study of the Verdun defences during one of the longest and bloodiest battles of the Great War in which fortifications play a significant role. These fortifications were designed and constructed over the years 1874-1914
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references (p. 197-201)
Background : French fortifications up to 1873 -- The overall plan for the defence of France as proposed by Séré de Riviéres, 1872-1877 -- The general development of the defences, 1874-1914 -- The initial planning and construction of Verdun's defences, 1872-1884 -- The modernisation and development of Verdun's defences, 1885-1892 -- The final modernisation [sic] and later construction of Verdun's defences, 1893-1914 -- Wartime additions and developments, 1914-1918 -- Conclusion
Physical Description:202 , [42] S. Ill., Kt. 23 cm
ISBN:9781845747152
1845747151

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