At 7:15am on 21st February 1916, Erich Falkenhayn launched an assault on Verdun. His goal was simple: to bleed the French army dry and end war of attrition. This conflict lasted nearly ten months, engaging the Germans and the French in one of the most inhumane battles in history.This book is a practical and accessible guide to understanding more about the Battle of Verdun, providing you with the essential information and saving time.In 50 minutes you will be able to:• Identify the key players in the First World War and which countries made up the Triple Alliance and the Triple Entente• Understand the events that led to the battle and how they contributed to the eruption of such violence• Analyze the outcome of the battle, the lives lost and the struggle to recoverABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture50MINUTES.COM provides the tools to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries that played a part in the history of our world and influenced how we live today.Our publications are easy to use and they will save you time. They provide the key historical information and cover an extensive range of topics, from the beginning of time to the more contemporary 20th century. These books are the perfect place to start if you want to become an expert on any aspect of world history quickly and efficiently.
