Saint-Mihiel

Saint-Mihiel is a commune in the Meuse department in Lorraine in north-eastern France.

Geography

Saint-Mihiel lies on the banks of the Meuse River.

History

Saint-Mihiel was captured by the Germans in the first year of World War I, and was re-captured during the Battle of Saint-Mihiel from 12 September to 19 September 1918, during World War I.

Features

Saint-Mihiel is known for its sculptures by Renaissance sculptor Ligier Richier (1500-1567).

Translation

The word "Saint-Mihiel" occurs as such in the following languages: English, Cebuano, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Luxembourgish, Dutch, Polish, Vietnamese, Volapük.