The Daily Mail reports that a group of hikers has discovered the remains of more than 20 French First World War soldiers in Verdun, France.
The remains were discovered the site of the village of Fleury-devant-Douaumont, which was destroyed during the Battle of Verdun, along with personal items which belonged to the soldiers, including “ammunition, rings, watches, scissors, military books and wallets”.
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Date of article publication: 01/06/2013
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Posted by: Daniel Barry, Centenary News