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Verdun, the heart of the First World War
The Battle of Verdun
For the French, Verdun IS the First World War and sacred to our national memory. The Battle of Verdun (Feb-Dec 1916) was the longest battle of the war and one of the costliest in all human history.
Verdun, the city
Today, Verdun is the World Capital of Peace and the focal point of Franco-German reconciliation and friendship. The people of Verdun warmly welcome visitors to our city, where ancient & modern architecture rub shoulders and natural beauty flows through history.
The Meuse-Argonne
Discover history and natural beauty at every turn of the road.
Varennes en Argonne is noted for the inn (still standing) where King Louis XVI and Queen Marie-Antoinette were arrested and sent back to Paris to face the guillotine. Visit the magnificent Pennsylvania Memorial, erected by the State of Pennsylvania and dedicated to the volunteers from that state who fought in France in the First World War.
Romagne sous Montfaucon is the largest American military cemetery in Europe.
Resting place for American heroes of the First World War, including several Medal of Honor recipients and members of Sergeant York's patrol.
Varennes en Argonne is noted for the inn (still standing) where King Louis XVI and Queen Marie-Antoinette were arrested and sent back to Paris to face the guillotine. Visit the magnificent Pennsylvania Memorial, erected by the State of Pennsylvania and dedicated to the volunteers from that state who fought in France in the First World War.
Romagne sous Montfaucon is the largest American military cemetery in Europe.
Resting place for American heroes of the First World War, including several Medal of Honor recipients and members of Sergeant York's patrol.