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:Clermont - Jason Berthomier, ferryman and roofer of goldBavaria Sancta Sexista by Die Menstruationsschwestern • A podcast on AnchorAfter its renovation, the museum of fabrics future essential place of Lyon?Unforgettable Mariella