The French city of Metz was the site of a major battle during World War II. It was part of the Battle of France, which was fought between the German and French forces in 1940. The Battle of CAEN was another major battle of the war, which took place in 1944. The city of St. Lo was also the site of a major battle during World War II, which was part of the Battle of Normandy in 1944. All three of these French cities were important sites of battles during World War II.