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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1918
Page
5
Paris dispatch reports the German offensive in northern France aims to seize Ferté-Milon and Jouarre while contesting the Marne valley. French reserves and forest cover hinder gains as Paris defense plans and a potential second push are discussed by observers.
Amsterdam June 4. In the German advance south from the Aisne front three American tanks attacked German forces. One tank was captured and its crew taken prisoner. The other two tanks were disabled by German artillery. A captured tank was quickly turned to German use. Reports from front lines describe American aid evident near Fere en Tardenois with a large park of American ammunition carts and supply wagons. American, French, and British motor lorries are seen in German hands.
A press dispatch cited in Washington says tanks commanded by American officers and crewed by U S soldiers have been on the battle lines. The War Department would not confirm captures or disclose details and General Pershing denied German claims of American depots at Fere-en-Tardenois.
Allied forces report repelling a German crossing at Jaulgonne and halting an advance south of Veuilly Woods near Chateau Thierry. American and French troops counterattacked driving the enemy back to the right bank with heavy losses in killed and prisoners.
The German drive along the Marne and Aisne fronts stalls with limited gains. German thrusts west of Soissons weaken, while Paris and Amiens remain distant goals. The action emphasizes the German need to coordinate advances and avoid overextension as French reserves stiffen the defense.
Paris June 4 Premier Clemenceau receives a confidence vote in the government by 377 to 110 after addressing the Chamber. He defends the military situation and promises full light on incidents while noting the country needs allied effort and patience as American participation grows. The session ends with broad cheers and the vote adjourned sine die.
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