Home » News » In Gironde, in search of the Tirailleurs who died in the fields, before the First World War In Gironde, in search of the Tirailleurs who died in the fields, before the First World War November 9, 2022 by world today news They are called Tirailleurs: 200,000 black African soldiers fought in the First World War. 15% fell for France. But some died before fighting, as in Gironde, were interned in a “wintering camp” and succumbed to disease. Related posts:Copa America: Argentina beat Uruguay 1-0 with inspired MessiMayor Eric Adams visits Puerto RicoTokyo Olympics, Cuban Embassy, Patrick Bruel ...: the info at noon in Île-de-France- Makan for belly splash! - VG