Paris Trip Overview
The Great War took place in several parts of Europe and cost the lives of more than 22 millions people among civilians and soldiers. After the first year of war (1914), the opposing armies changed from a mobile war into static one, the infamous trenches war. The major effort of the British Empire Forces was in France and Belgium, also known as the Western Front. On the other hand the most memorable war event for the U.S. army was in the Marne Valley who fought the German around the town of Chateau-Thierry. Austraian soldiers fought at Villers-Bretonneux, and Canadian forces were battling in Vimy. This tour gives an opportunity to follow the itinerary of those soldiers.
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Duration: 1 day
Starts: Paris, France
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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The Great War took place in several parts of Europe and cost the lives of more than 22 millions people among civilians and soldiers. After the first year of war (1914), the opposing armies changed from a mobile war into static one, the infamous trenches war. The major effort of the British Empire Forces was in France and Belgium, also known as the Western Front. On the other hand the most memorable war event for the U.S. army was in the Marne Valley who fought the German around the town of Chateau-Thierry. Austraian soldiers fought at Villers-Bretonneux, and Canadian forces were battling in Vimy. This tour gives an opportunity to follow the itinerary of those soldiers.
— Drive from Paris to the sites of Chateau Thierry where the American Expeditionary Forces made one of the first actions on July 18 1918.
— Historical introduction to the battles of WW1;
— A stop for coffee and croissants half-way (not included in price);
— Visit to the Aisne et Oise Cemetery. You will see the Memorial Statue for the 42nd Rainbow Division.
— Lunch at a local restaurant (not included in price);
— Visit to the memorial Cemetery of Belleau and the nearby forest, where the 2nd Brigade of the Marines illustrated for its bravery and sense of honor.
— Visit the newly opened Memorial Museum in Meaux to get a better overall comprehension of the war;
— Drive back to your hotel in Paris.
Entrance fees not included.
