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FORT OF VAUX
Description
The fort was one of series of fortifications constructed after the Franco-Prussian war by the French military engineer, Raymond Séré de Rivière. It fell after 7 days of intense bombardment on all sides by the German artillery, leaving the besieged garrison without food, supplies and ammunition. Eventually taken by German troops in June 1916, French courage and remarkable resistance were honoured by the German command on the 7th June 1916.
Its name is a byword for French heroism during the 1916 battle, evoking the valour of Commandant Raynal and his last carrier pigeon. Sites to visit include the Commander’s post, the medical centre, telecommunications post, a pigeon loft and the Bourges casemate (bunker) holding two 75mm guns.
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Date and time
- From 01/12/2024 to 23/12/2024 from 10:00 to 17:30
- From 26/12/2024 to 31/12/2024 from 10:00 to 17:30
- From 02/01/2025 to 04/01/2025 from 10:00 to 17:30
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Ces informations sont issues de la plateforme SITLOR - Système d’Information Touristique - Lorraine
Elles sont synchronisées dans le cadre du partenariat entre Cirkwi, l’Agence régionale du Tourisme Grand Est et les membres du comité technique de Sitlor.
Contact
Tel : 03 29 88 19 16
Email : info@memorial-verdun.fr
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