On April 16, 1917, at 6 a.m., the troops of the 1st French Army Corps rushed to attack what is
undoubtedly the most formidable position of the Chemin des Dames. Since the beginning of the war, the lines
German women are perched here on a plateau overlooking the village of Craonne. According to General Nivelle's plans,
This position should have been resumed in a few hours. In fact, it will only be partially reconquered.
during the attack of May 5, 1917.
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