Battle of the Ardennes 1914
Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.
Key facts
| Date | 21 August 1914 – 23 August 1914 | Wikidata |
|---|---|---|
| Year | 1914 | Wikidata P580 (start time) |
| Era | World War I era (1914–1918) | derived from year |
| Location | Belgium | Natural Earth (modern borders) |
| Continent | Europe | Natural Earth |
| War / conflict | Battle of the Frontiers | Wikidata P361 |
| Coordinates | 50.2500, 5.6667 | Wikidata P625 |
About the battle
The Battle of the Ardennes took place during the First World War fought on the frontiers of France, Germany, Belgium and Luxembourg from 21 to 23 August 1914. The German Empire defeated the Third French Republic and forced a French retreat. The battle was part of the larger Battle of the Frontiers, the first battle of the Western Front.
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