Marne River, Le François region.
From left to right, the area is divided by the Marne River, Seine River, and Meuse River, broadly dividing the battlefield into two sections.
If the German Army decides to bypass Verdun, its main force will inevitably enter the Le François region, pointing directly at Reims.
(In the top image, the three red lines represent the Marne River, Seine River, and Meuse River. The Verdun Defense Line is trapped between the Meuse River and Seine River, with numerous fortresses that are easy to defend and difficult to attack, making it hard for the German Army to break through. Bypassing Verdun Defense Line leads to the more open Le François area, with Reims being an essential strategic point between the Seine and Marne Rivers.)
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The rain was getting heavier, and the wheels on the road always stirred up muddy water, making the armored vehicle seem more like a boat navigating a river.
