Battle of Verdun
Narrated by Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Released
- September 6, 2022
- Length
- 1 hr 4 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Hourly History
The Battle of Verdun, fought from February to December 1916, was a brutal war of attrition initiated by the Germans under General Erich von Falkenhayn, aiming to weaken the French army. As one of the deadliest battles in history, it resulted in immense casualties and suffering, with both sides making critical mistakes. The book explores the strategies, conditions, and leadership decisions that shaped this significant and tragic event of World War I.
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