Battle of Liège, Battle site in Belgium
The Battle of Liège was the first battle of World War I.
Fought from August 5 to 16, 1914, it involved the Belgian Army and the German Imperial Army.
The battle demonstrated the importance of forts and defensive tactics.
Liège is now a city accessible for visitors interested in military history.
The resistance of Liège earned the city the Légion d'honneur medal.
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