Battle Of The Aisne Apr 2026

Also known as the Nivelle Offensive, this was one of the most disastrous French operations of the war.

: Allied forces (British and French) attempted to pursue and outflank the retreating German First and Second Armies. battle of the aisne

: The German army advanced 40 miles in just a few days, reaching the Marne River—putting Paris within striking distance. Also known as the Nivelle Offensive, this was

: The Allied frontal assaults failed to dislodge the Germans, leading to the "Race to the Sea" as both sides tried to outflank each other to the north. Second Battle of the Aisne (April–May 1917) Also known as the Nivelle Offensive

This battle followed the Allied victory at the Marne and effectively ended the "War of Movement."