Battle Of The Aisne -

: For the first time, both sides dug in extensively to protect against heavy artillery and machine-gun fire.

This engagement was part of the German Spring Offensive (Kaiserschlacht), Erich Ludendorff’s final attempt to win the war. battle of the aisne

: Upon reaching the River Aisne, German forces occupied the high ground of the Chemin des Dames ridge. : For the first time, both sides dug