The Maginot Line

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This line of fortifications consisting of 58 defences was built in the 30s at the request of the Ministers Maginot and Painlevé, with the aim of fighting against foreign military invasions.

The Hackenberg fortification in Veckring is one of the largest on the Maginot Line.

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