Noordpeene is a commune in the Nord department in northern France. The small river Peene Becque flows through the village. Continue reading... From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
Historic Sites Attractions In Noordpeene
1. Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland MemorialBeaumont Hamel The Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial is a memorial site in France dedicated to the commemoration of Dominion of Newfoundland forces members who were killed during World War I. The 74-acre preserved battlefield park encompasses the grounds over which the Newfoundland Regiment made their unsuccessful attack on 1 July 1916 during the first day of the Battle of the Somme.The Battle of the Somme was the regiment's first major engagement, and during an assault that lasted approximately 30 minutes the regiment was all but wiped out. Purchased in 1921 by the people of Newfoundland, the memorial site is the largest battalion memorial on the Western Front, and the largest area of the Somme battlefield that has been preserved. Along with preserved trench lines, there are a number of memorials and... From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
Un épisode de la bataille de l' Artois d' octobre 1914 à mai 1915. Ablain et Carency avant, pendant et après la Grande Guerre. Le Moulin Topart, la Brasserie et la Kommandantur de Carency, la Blanche Voie, Lorette, Vimy, la Souchez, le Cabaret Rouge.