Dans un trou à Verdun, poème de Henri Eugène Lallier

Written by qualified French expert Céline Pickard PGCE, BA

In: Reading B2, Politics, History & Economics, Literature, Poetry, Theatre, Listening or Seeing B2

Discussion of this reading exercise: 2

The poignant poem "Dans un trou à Verdun" by WWI veteran and poet Henri Eugène Lallier captures the harrowing experiences of soldiers, in particular during the infamous Battle of Verdun. Through sombre imagery, Lallier captures the physical and psychological suffering of French soldiers and the devastating impact of the conflicts on soldiers.
Read by French voice actor Geoffrey.

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