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In France and Belgium the Great War of 1914-18 was fought along a 500-mile front. In most places the trenches that formed the front have disappeared but in some parts of France they still exist.

Expert battlefield historians and guides Tony Noyes and Christina Holstein lead definitive guided tours and walks of the largely untouched First World War battlefields of Verdun, the Argonne Forest, the Meuse-Argonne, the St. Mihiel Salient and Champagne. That means you can walk the terrain, understand the campaign, and put yourself in the soldiers’ boots.

Whether you are looking for an introduction to these battles, an in-depth exploration of a particular area or action, or wish to follow in the footsteps of a member of your family, our individualised guided tours of the battles will meet your requirements.

Effects of shelling - click here to see a larger image
Investigating an artillery position in winter - click here to see a larger image
Effects of shelling
Investigating an artillery position in winter

Our tours take place whatever the weather!

Western Front Map - click here for a larger version

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To paraphrase G.C. Marshall, Major, General Staff 1918; AEF

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how to run a battlefield tour!!

…When conditions are difficult and everyone seems critical and pessimistic, you must be especially cheerful & optimistic

When evening comes & all are exhausted & hungry you must put aside personal fatigue and display marked energy to look after the comfort of your organisation.

The more alarming are the reports received, the more determined must be your attitude for success….

   
 
 
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