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soissons

/swaˈsɔ̃/

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noun

/swaˈsɔ̃/C1formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к битве Первой мировой войны, произошедшей в мае 1918 года, где немецкие силы предприняли наступление до того, как американские подкрепления стали подавляющими, что привело к тактическому успеху, но стратегическому провалу для немцев.

A proper noun referring to a battle in World War I that took place in May 1918, where German forces attempted an offensive before American reinforcements became overwhelming, resulting in a tactical success but a strategic failure for the Germans.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Battle of SoissonsC1formal

    A significant battle during World War I in May 1918, where German forces launched an offensive near the French town of Soissons. The attack aimed to exploit a gap before American reinforcements could fully arrive. Although the Germans achieved initial tactical success, the operation ultimately failed strategically due to stiff Allied resistance and logistical challenges.

    ruБитва при Суассоне

    • The Battle of Soissons in 1918 marked a turning point in the German spring offensive.
    • Allied forces managed to hold their ground at Soissons despite heavy casualties.
    • The German tactical victory at Soissons could not prevent their eventual strategic defeat.