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The World War I Battle That Turned Into a Suicide Mission

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American troops were ordered to take a German-held town in France, even though nearly all involved knew that once they attacked, they would not return.

Patrick K. O'Donnell
Patrick K. O'Donnell
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Patrick K. O'Donnell

Patrick K. O'Donnell

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