Notices on the outlasting war sites

Notices on the outlasting war sites

By Belgium. Ministère de la défense nationale
Michael Caine
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In "Notices on the Outlasting War Sites," Belgium's Ministère de la défense nationale offers a profound exploration of the historical remnants of conflict that span the nation. This work delves into various war sites, intricately weaving together descriptive narratives and factual analyses that illuminate the enduring scars of Belgium's rich yet tumultuous military history. Employing a meticulous and informative literary style, the book not only serves as an archive but also as a poignant reminder of the past, inviting readers to reflect on the reverberations of war through time. The Ministry's dedication to documenting and preserving Belgium's military heritage is palpable in this publication. The extensive research into historical interconnectedness and the motivations behind various military engagements highlights the author's commitment to national memory. This initiative reflects a broader cultural imperative to grapple with the past while fostering national identity, underscoring the significance of historical awareness in modern society. Readers seeking a thoughtful and informative account of Belgium's war sites will find this book invaluable. It is essential for historians, students, and anyone interested in understanding the layers of history that shape contemporary Belgium. "Notices on the Outlasting War Sites" offers not only knowledge but also a deeper appreciation for the resilience of a nation forged through conflict.

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GenreHistory
Length1 hr 58 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 24, 2025
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1OFFICIAL LIST OF THE OUTLASTING WAR SITES.
1514.—Company commander’s post near the Yserdam, at Dixmude, in front of the canal of Handzaeme (leftbank).
21.—German battery “Kaiser Wilhelm II” at Knocke on Sea.
1616.—Concrete dug-out south of the railway bridge at Dixmude (left bank).
3British Raid against Zeebrugge.
1715.—The Flour-Mill of Dixmude.
43.—German battery “Deutschland” at Breedene.
1817.—Albert and Elisabeth Redoubts.
54.—German Battery “Tirpitz” at Ostend.
1918.—The Joconde’s dwelling.
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65.—German Admiralty Headquarters at Middelkerke.
2019.—Battalion commander’s Headquarters (all between kilom. 19 and 20 of Yser river, left bank).
76.—The “Great Redan” at Nieuport.
2120.—The Bridge-Head at kilometer 19.500 (Right Bank).
87.—Karnak battery at Oost-Dunkerke.
2221.—Observation-post near the Church of Clercken.
98.—Levelcrossing guard shelter at Ramscappelle with machine-gun-pit.
2322.—“Grand-Père” concrete dug-out.
109.—Machine-gun shelter facing the Pervyse railway station.
2423.—“Castel Britannia”.
1110.—Observation-post at the Pervyse railway station.
2524.—Hoekske.
1211.—Battalion commander’s Headquarters at Km. 4.400 of the Nieuport-Dixmude railway line.
2625.—The big german gun of Leugenboom at Couckelaere near Moere.
1312.—The base of the tower of Oud-Stuyvekenskerke.
27LIST OF THE PHOTOGRAPHS AND SKETCHES
1413.—Death Trench and the “Cavalier” field work.

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