Aisne (river)

Chronological events that took place on or near the River Aisne.

• 1914
  • 13 September – Passage forced by Allies.
  • 14 September – Battle of the Aisne begins; Germans stop advance.
  • 15 September – German counter-attacks.
  • 28 September – Battle dies down; the Allies abandon frontal attack for turning movements.

• 1915
  • 7 June – Repeated German counter-attacks repulsed: 2000 German dead and 250 prisoners.
  • 29 September – Heavy artillery fighting throughout September; Violent bombardment north and south of the river.
  • 1-7, 12, 17, 18 & 28 October – Operations active on the river.

References/notes

Source: Lord Edward Gleichen (1918–1920). Chronology of the War. Volumes I, II & III. Constable & Company, London. (Copyright expired)