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During the 1914-18 War Cassel was at different periods the headquarters of both Marshal Foch and Lord Plumer. At the end of May 1940 the western flank of the British Expeditionary Force was on the line Dunkirk-Cassel-Hazebrouck, and Cassel was in the section defended by the 48th and 44th Division on May 28th-29th. There are now nearly 100, 1939-45 war casualties commemorated in this site. Of these, almost 20 are unidentified and one of the soldiers from the United Kingdom whose grave could not be precisely located is commemorated by a special memorial inscribed "Buried near this spot". (c) https://www.cwgc.org/visit-us/find-cemeteries-memorials/cemetery-details/2026931/cassel-communal-cemetery-extension/

The Kasselberg (French: Mont Cassel) is a witness hill in the French Westhoek, in the French department of Noord. The hill is the highest in the Westhoek with 176 meters. The city of Kassel is located on top of the hill. The Kasselberg is part of the so-called central hill ridge in the West Flemish Hills, which also consists of the Watenberg, Wouwenberg, Katsberg, Boeschepeberg, Kokereelberg, Zwarteberg, Vidaigneberg, Baneberg, Rodeberg, Sulferberg, Goeberg, Scherpenberg, Monteberg, Kemmelberg and Letteberg. To the south of this hill ridge is the catchment area of the Leie, to the north of this hill ridge is the catchment area of the IJzer.

The Monument des Trois Batailles in Cassel commemorates three important battles: Battle of Cassel (1071): This battle was won by Robert I of Flanders, also known as Robert the Frisian. Battle of Cassel (1328): Philip VI of France was victorious in this battle. Battle of Peene (1677): This battle was won by Philip of France, defeating the anti-French coalition led by William of Orange. These battles mark important moments in the history of the French Flanders region.

Bavinckhove is a picturesque village in the Nord department of the Hauts-de-France region, close to the Belgian border. With approximately 1,200 inhabitants, it breathes the authentic atmosphere of French-Flemish rural life. Situated at the foot of the Mont des Récollets, Bavinckhove offers beautiful views over the rolling countryside and is an ideal place for lovers of nature and peace. The village is characterised by its traditional Flemish architecture, with charming brick houses and atmospheric streets that take you back in time. At its heart is the Église Saint-Omer, a historic church from the 16th century with beautiful stained glass windows and rich ornaments that bear witness to a deep-rooted history.

The Porte d'Aire in Cassel is one of the historic city gates that is part of the old defensive wall of the city. This gate is known for its Gothic architecture and is an important historical monument. The Porte d'Aire is located on the southern side of the city and is one of the four gates that are still preserved from the medieval city walls. The gate has a characteristic serrated edge and is decorated with a carved coat of arms and a red inscription.

Oxelaëre is a charming village located in the Nord department of the Hauts-de-France region, in the north of France. With a population of around 500, Oxelaëre offers an authentic glimpse into the rural life of French Flanders. Note the tavern "At the foot of the mountain", which reveals that Oxelaere is located at the foot of Mont Cassel, the highest point in the region.