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Chemin des Dames
1917 • Picardie Feldschlacht
Historical Overview
Disastrous French offensive; led to mutinies in the army.
Quick Facts
Outcome:German victory.
German Empire
- Commander: Erich Ludendorff
- Strength: ca. 500.000
- Casualties: ca. 160.000
France
- Commander: Robert Nivelle
- Strength: ca. 850.000
- Casualties: ca. 187.000
Strategic Context
General Nivelle's attempt at a swift breakthrough.
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