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Battle of Villers-Bretonneux

The Battle of Villers-Bettonneux occurred in April 1918 during World War I, near the town of Villers-Bretonneux in France. It was a key confrontation between Allied and German forces, aimed at stopping Germany’s advance toward Paris. The Allies, mainly Australian and British troops, fiercely defended the town, preventing the Germans from capturing it. This battle is notable for the first use of tanks in the battlefield and for boosting morale. It helped halt the German push towards Paris and marked a turning point in the war, demonstrating the importance of coordinated defense and new military technology.