Battle of Arras
Robert Anderson, P4
Introduction
WINNER OF BATTLE: British victory due to the capture of Vimy Ridge and other territorial gains, however it did little to alter the strategic situation on the Western Front in Arras.
Summary
Important people: Battle of Arras
Hubert Gough
Eric Ludendorff
Douglas Haig
Well known people: Lloyd George (British Prime Minister) + Erich Von Falkenhayn (German Commander)
Anecdote
The attached story follows the journey of a man that fought on the Western Front in the Battle of Arras of World War I. He explains the places they were, how the environment looked at times, and how they fought strategically with the opposing side in an effort to win the battle.
Activities to do:
Email: BattleArras123@gmail.com
Website: http://www.greatwar.co.uk/french-flanders-artois/museum-wellington-quarry.htm
Location: Arras, France
Phone: 33-3-21-51-26-95
When you should visit:
September - November (Mild snow, no rain.)
# of Troops for each side:
-British lost 160,000 troops.
-Germany lost 125,000 troops.
Map of battle below + technology used below.
Map of battle area
Technology used - Gun
Technology used - Poison Gas
Other attractions in Arras, France.
-Fauborg-d 'Amiens Cemetary
-Grand Place
Pictures below
La Carriere Wellington
Fauborg-d 'Amiens Cemetary
Grand Place
Where to stay while on your trip:
-Holiday Inn Express
-Hotel ibis Arras Centre les Places
Pictures below.
Hotel Mercure Arras Centre Les places
Holiday Inn Express Arras
Hotel Ibis Arras Centre Les Places
Where to eat (Popular Restaurants)
-La Faisanderie
-Le Venezia
Pictures Below