Verdun -

: The battle was a "war of materiel," featuring over 1,200 German guns and hundreds of French field guns. Key Sites to Visit

The legacy of the battle has also transitioned into various media:

Verdun 1916: Steel Inferno by Walter Vejdovsky - Stuart Gorman verdun

: The battle was planned by German Chief of Staff Erich von Falkenhayn with the intent to "bleed France white". It lasted nearly ten months, from February to December 1916.

A world-class museum located in the heart of the battlefield that offers an immersive look at the daily life of soldiers. Underground citadel of Verdun War museum OpenAncienne Avenue du 5ème RAP, Av. du Soldat Inconnu : The battle was a "war of materiel,"

A subterranean complex where visitors can take a guided tour to see how thousands of soldiers lived and worked during the battle.

If you are developing a travel itinerary or researching the area, these locations are essential: Fort Douaumont OpenDouaumont-Vaux, France A world-class museum located in the heart of

The largest and highest fort in the ring around Verdun, it was modernized before the war with steel-reinforced concrete up to 8 feet thick. Douaumont Ossuary Historical landmark OpenDouaumont-Vaux, France