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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD JOFFRE

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PRONUNCIATION OF JOFFRE

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF JOFFRE

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Joffre is a noun.
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WHAT DOES JOFFRE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Joseph Joffre

Marshal Joseph Jacques Césaire Joffre, G.C.B., O.M., was a French general during World War I. He is most known for regrouping the retreating allied armies to defeat the Germans at the strategically decisive First Battle of the Marne in 1914. His popularity led to his nickname Papa Joffre.

Definition of Joffre in the English dictionary

The definition of Joffre in the dictionary is Joseph Jacques Césaire. 1852–1931, French marshal. He commanded the French army and was largely responsible for the Allies' victory at the Marne, which halted the German advance on Paris.

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Synonyms and antonyms of Joffre in the English dictionary of synonyms

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «JOFFRE»

The term «Joffre» is regularly used and occupies the 56.296 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «JOFFRE»

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Joffre Chaps and Some Others
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.
Pierre Mille, Berengere Drillien, 2010
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Town Creek Indian Mound: A Native American Legacy
It has been recognized as an important archaeological site for almost sixty years and, a Written for visitors as well as for scholars, this book provides an overview of the site and the archaeological techniques pioneered there, surveys the ...
Joffre Lanning Coe, 1995
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Cultured Force: Makers and Defenders of the French Colonial ...
See also entry of November 21, 1914: "What guilty people our ministers and General Joffre!" (120). 76. In SHAT: 14N16. 77. Michel, 283; Carnets de Gallieni, 139, 141; and Horne, Price of Glory, 32. 78. On this period see Leblond, vol. 2, 57 -78 ...
Barnett Singer, John Langdon, John W. Langdon, 2008
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Frommer's Best Hiking Trips in British Columbia
136 Feel the cool air massing from the Matier Glacier that perches above the brilliant turquoise waters of the three Joffre lakes. Hike one, two, or all three, and you will happily find your oasis at an elevation of nearly 1,600m (nearly a mile high!) ...
Christie Pashby, Darlene West, Chloe Ernst, 2009
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Readers Comp to Military History Pa
Joffre, Joseph « 237 In this representation created soon after her death, Joan of Arc carries a bannerwith the royal fleur-de-lis, signifying her role as savior of the French monarchy. ment, tried by church tribunal, and condemned to death.
Robert Cowley Geoffrey Parker
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The Encyclopedia of World War I: A Political, Social, and ...
Joffre persisted in launching a series of offensives to dislodge the Germans from their positions in France. All of his major offensives of 1915 and 1916, including Champagne, Artois, and the Somme, were costly failures with higher casualties ...
Spencer C. Tucker, 2005
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Pyrrhic Victory: French Strategy and Operations in the Great War
The minister of war did not send the letter to Joffre until after he had shown it to Briand.56 The following day Briand met with Gallieni and Joffre and had them shake hands as evidence of their mutual goodwill. Despite such gestures, friendly ...
Robert A. DOUGHTY, Robert A Doughty, 2009
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The European Powers in the First World War: An Encyclopedia
See also PALESTINE AND SYRIA Joffre, Joseph Jacques cesaire (18521931) French general and commander in chief of the army. Born on 12 January 1852 at Rivesaltes, France, Joffre interrupted his studies at the Ecole Polytechnique to ...
Professor and Holder of the John Biggs Chair in Military History Spencer C Tucker, Spencer C. Tucker, 2013
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Boys' Life
Joffre— Boy and Man The Story of the Hero of the Marne By ARMSTRONG PERRY HIS smiling face is looking out from the pages of a thousand magazines and newspapers at the boys of America today. Why? Gen. Joffre has been sent by ...
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The Ideology of the Offensive: Military Decision Making and ...
similarly opposed Michel's deployments in the far north of France, but he believed that Joffre's left wing in Plan 17 was too weak. Thus the element of chance (Gallieni's age) played some role in establishing the conditions under which ...
Jack Snyder, 2013

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «JOFFRE»

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'Pink Rock Follows High Adventures In Bermuda - Bernews.com …
“I used many familiar Bermuda locations, as well as a few of my Sandys Rotary Club friends as characters, and most notably Joffre Pitman, the ... «Bernews, Jul 15»
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Pretty In Green: Verdant Artworks Of London's Parks
Artist Veronique Joffre explains why she chose to depict Hampstead Heath: As an amazing and inspiring space, nature on the heath is ... «Londonist, Jul 15»
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People's Poly Group revolt amid pain of China's property slump
In August, homeowners of its Joffre County project in Hangzhou protested over shoddy construction and smaller-than-expected green spaces. «The Australian, Jul 15»
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Internacional and Tigres Copa Libertadores semifinal - ESPN FC
It was perhaps a surprise that Tigres did not introduce Ecuadorian striker Joffre Guerron, whose pace might have been interesting on the ... «ESPN FC, Jul 15»
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Chinese Arms Dealer Stuck in Real-Estate Quagmire - WSJ
In August last year, homeowners of its Joffre County residential project in Hangzhou, a city near Shanghai, staged a protest complaining of ... «Wall Street Journal, Jul 15»
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Gorgeous gorges: where to find five of Australia's best - The Guardian
... the sun-soaked natural amphitheatre on the return journey. Then head straight to the park's equally stunning Weano and Joffre gorges, too. «The Guardian, Jul 15»
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Young Swindon wordsmith awarded for her creative writing
“I thought her story was well thought out and beautifully written," said Joffre, commending the youngster for her short story, The Doll Boy. "I believe she has a real ... «Swindon Advertiser, Jul 15»
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Grand jury indicts local suspects
Derrick R. Brunelle, 29, 2 Joffre St., Sanford, domestic violence assault/prior Maine conviction (Class C); violation of bail (Class E). Cathy A. «Foster's Daily Democrat, Jul 15»
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The German Problem is back
Joffre was not a fool and did not lose his nerve like Gamelin. The German plan reflects the combination of high professional skill in the service ... «The Reality-Based Community, Jul 15»
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Pics of the Week: July 6-12
Enlarge | Buy This Photo Jaiden Johnson, 7, watches his father Marshal mow their front lawn on July 6, 2015, at his home on Joffre . «Toledo Blade, Jul 15»

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