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British French Hold Line In Wide World War I Battle
The British and French fight extensive German assaults across a 100 mile front from Belgium to Lorraine. German forces capture Luneville and threaten Nancy while the Moselle, Ardennes, and Vosges theaters surge with massive infantry and artillery exchanges. Reports emphasize uncertainty over gains, heavy losses, and nervous Britain as London watches for decisive outcomes.
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Charleroi
Mons
Ardennes
Moselle
Luxemburg
the Meuse
London
Belgium
Brussels
Lorraine
Luneville
Nancy
Langres
Vitry
Vosges
Mt. Donon
Saales Pass
Berlin
Metz
Longwy
Crown Prince of
Bavaria
Blamont
War Office
British Empire
Germany
Japan
Far East
Ostend
Ghent
Antwerp
Blankenberghe
Dender
Valenciennes
France
Lille
Liege