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Battle of Flirey
The Battle of Flirey () was a First World War battle fought from 19 September – 11 October 1914. It resulted in a German victory against the French army. The battle cut most of the roads and railways to the strategically important Fortified Region of Verdun ( [RFV]) and was to have a large effect on the course of the war.
Background.
The Woëvre Plain stretches from the city of Luxemburg, south to the French city of Toul and has been a common route of
which ensued, Lieutenant Furlow's plane was severely damaged by the enemy's fire. Despite the damage, he continued the attack until he had destroyed one hostile aircraft, and with his patrol forced the remainder of the enemy to retire.
Victory list.
Date/time/unit/aircraft flown/aircraft downed/location
- - 11 Aug 1918, 1005 103rd SPAD XIII Albatros C.I Flirey
- - 13 Sep 1918, 1700 103rd SPAD XIII Fokker D.VII Charey
- - 13 Sep 1918, 1700 103rd