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The
Death Man
The name Dead Man is standing for one of the most violently contested
heights at the western bank. One still finds numerous trenches and
shelters in this with funnels and craters covered area. This height,
which was suitable outstanding as point of observation and position
of the artillery, was scene of long and hard fights over a few months
in dirt and mud in poor funnel positions.
Monument of the 69. french infantery
division
Inscription : "They did not get through"
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From Verdun follow the D 38 toward Thierville.
Turn to the left in Charny on the D38 toward Marre.
To 2 km again left on the D 38 to Chattancourt, in the place half
right drive. After approximately 1500 m you reach the visitor parking
place.
Follow the trail at the parking place, after
a few hundred meters you will find on the left side a remaked trench
with explanation boards.
Follow the way straight ahead
and you will reach the height 286. From that point you have a look
to north at the ravens forest after that follows the valley of the
Forges beck. On the right side opened the ravin of Caurette, inside
the former entrance of the Gallwitz tunnel.
Former visitor entrance of the Gallwitz
tunnel
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The height 304
The height of 304 attaches directly
west to the dead man and was likewise a favourable position range
for the artillery. Likewise heavy contests show themselves still
today the old position systems.
The start to Chattancourt is equal
with to the dead man. In Chattancourt follow the road toward Esnes
en Argonne. Behind the place, before which, right bend French soldier
cemetery and follow the fastened road up to the crest. There you
find on the right side a way which to the monument leads.
The height 304 from southern
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Monument of the french defenders
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The height 304 was the highest point on the left bank of the Maas
and gave excellent possibilities for surveillance and as position
for artillery. A path which seperate the lots 221 and 222, direct
to the first german line. But it is difficult to recognize these.
Lapsed trenches
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On the road which guides from Esnes to Malancourt,
you will find after 400 meters behind the gateway to the monument
on the right side a picnic place. There you have a good look to
the old trenches.
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