Siege of Namur (1914)

August 20–25, 1914 · Namur

Result German victory

German siege artillery pounded the ring of forts around Namur, which was held by Belgian troops, and the fortress fell within days. The fall opened the way for the German advance into France.

German Empire and allies

Belgium and allies

Strength and losses

Strength
107,000
Killed
300
Strength
35,000