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Soissons

Soissons

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A World War I battle in May 1918 where a German victory did not stop the Allied advance
  • noun
  • /səˈsɔːn/
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  • The Battle of Soissons in May 1918 demonstrated the strategic challenges faced by German forces during World War I.

Examples

  • The Battle of Soissons was fought in May 1918.

  • The Battle of Soissons marked a turning point in the German offensive during World War I.

  • Historians often analyze the consequences of Soissons when discussing the end of the war.

  • Many American troops fought bravely at Soissons, despite being newly arrived in Europe.

  • Many historians consider the outcome of Soissons crucial.

  • Many American soldiers distinguished themselves during the fierce fighting at Soissons, which had lasting effects on the war.

  • Analysts point to the events of Soissons as a significant moment that shaped the course of World War I.

Synonyms

Battle of Soissons-Reims
vsSoissons
9.9

A World War I battle in May 1918 where a German attack fails despite early gains

is the standard label for the event without the additional place reference

Compounds

Battle of Soissons-Reims
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A World War I battle in May 1918 where a German attack fails despite early gains

Surface Forms

Soissons singular
Soissons plural

Etymology

Soissons is the name of a town in France, and the World War I battle is named after that town. The town's name comes from an old group of people who lived there long ago, so thinking of Soissons as a place helps explain why the battle has that name.