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  Metz - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Metz (in French pronounced [mɛs] or mɛtz) is a city in the North-East of France, capital of the Lorraine région and of the département of Moselle (57).
Metz is a large and strongly fortified town, beautifuly situated on a plain at the confluence of the Moselle and Seille.
Metz was again annexed by Germany between 1940 and 1944 during the Second World War, and was liberated in November 1944 by the French and American armies.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Metz   (1855 words)

  
 FC Metz - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
FC Metz was founded in 1932 by the amalgamation of two amateur athletic clubs, and shortly thereafter became a professional team; it is one of the oldest professional football teams in France.
FC Metz ascended to the top level of French football in 1965; the team remained in the highest division until they were relegated in 2001, although they bounced back immediately and returned to the Ligue 1 the following year.
Metz won the Coupe de France twice, in 1984 and 1988; the first of these victories led to arguably the team's greatest moment, an upset of FC Barcelona in the first round of the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in October 1984.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/FC_Metz   (317 words)

  
 Metz - HighBeam Encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Metz was an early episcopal see and became the capital of Austrasia (the eastern portion of the Merovingian Frankish empire) in the 6th cent.
Metz was a major cultural center of the Carolingian Renaissance (8th cent.) and was later (10th cent.) a prosperous commercial city with an important Jewish community.
In 1552, Henry II annexed the three bishoprics of Lorraine (Metz, Toul, and Verdun), and soon after, Metz, under the command of François de Guise, resisted a long siege (1552-53) by Emperor Charles V. The Peace of Westphalia (1648), ending the Thirty Years War, confirmed the three bishoprics in French possession.
www.encyclopedia.com /doc/1E1-metz.html   (524 words)

  
 Mairie de Metz - Metz in English   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Metz developed as an economic centre between 1800 and 1870, thanks to its iron and coal industries.
The town of Metz experienced two annexations by Germany, the first between 1870 and 1918, the second between 1940 and 1944.
Metz, the capital of Lorraine, positioned in the heart of Europe, looks forward to its European future.
www.mairie-metz.fr:8080 /METZ/MetzinEnglish.html   (245 words)

  
 Campaign Awards of the Wehrmacht
Metz itself was garrisoned as a “college town” of sorts, having both Heer and Waffen SS schools located within its environs.
For the hard-fought attackers and defenders in the Battle of Metz, it is unfortunate that their stories have remained largely overshadowed by two other great battles that punctuated the beginning and end of the capture of the fortress city.
With the defenders of Metz killed, captured or dispersed to other units and other fronts, and given that the war’s end was a mere 5 months away, it is no wonder the Metz 1944 cuffband remains such an obscure award even at the time of its institution.
www.wehrmacht-awards.com /campaign_awards/cufftitles/metz.htm   (8238 words)

  
 CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Metz
In ancient times Metz, then known as Divodurum, was the capital of the Celtic Mediomatrici, and at the beginning of the Christian era was already occupied by the Romans.
The present Diocese of Metz comprising the District of Lorraine covers an area of 2400 square miles and on 1 December, 1905, numbered 533,389 Catholics, 74,167 Protestants, 1060 Dissenters, and 7165 Jews.
The diocesan institutions are the seminary for priests at Metz with 10 professors, the small seminary at Montigny near Metz, the cathedral school of St. Arnulf at Mets, and St. Augustine's Institute at Bitach.
www.newadvent.org /cathen/10247a.htm   (2590 words)

  
 metz fc-fixed odds gambling bookmaker   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Metz will not mind that it was largely a second-string PSG side as they look to take positives from a disappointing season.
Metz's Abdelnasser Ouadah saw his free-kick deflected wide for a corner in the 10th minute but it was not until the 36th minute until either side had another sight of goal.
Metz, meanwhile, have suffered back-to-back defeats to Lyon and Rennes and their coach Joel Muller is equally aware of how high the stakes are on Saturday.
www.slickblogs.com /fcMetzfc   (3357 words)

  
 Metz Company
In 1898 Charles Metz developed the idea of placing a motor on the rear portion of a tandem bicycle.
Metz left the Waltham Manufacturing Company in 1902 and started his own company on Whitney Avenue that was behind Woolworths’ on Moody Street.
Metz solved this problem by designing his wheel with a 2-inch extension of the hub on one side.
www.walthammuseum.com /metzco.htm   (864 words)

  
 Metz Genealogy
Nicholas Metz, born 13 Jun 1719 in Brendlorenzen, Neustadt a.d.
Saale, Bayern Nicholas Metz, born 13 Jun 1719 in Brendlorenzen, Neustadt a.d.
Karges Metz, born abt 1610 in Brendlorenzen, Neustadt a.d.
members.tripod.com /~Davenport_Genealogy/Theresa_Metz.htm   (3909 words)

  
 Attorney Jill Metz, Jill M. Metz & Associates, Chicago, Illinois
Metz was awarded her Juris Doctorate from Loyola University of Chicago in 1978 and began her own practice at that time.
Metz is a renowned expert and repeatedly engaged to conduct education workshops in the following areas: estate planning, condominium management, co-parent adoption, and domestic relations law.
Metz serves as the President of the Board of Directors for the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Illinois, legislative liaison for Lesbian and Gay Rights Committee of the Chicago Bar Association, and Commissioner of Special Service Area #26.
www.jillmetzlaw.com /Bio/JillMetz.asp   (285 words)

  
 Metz News
Bordeaux rallies to draw with Metz and cut Lyon's lead Feb. 25, 2006 PARIS - Bordeaux rallied to draw 3-3 with Metz on Saturday and trim Lyon's lead at the top of the French first division to six points.
Metz's Ludovic Obraniak and Milemko Acimovic of Lille fight for the ball during their French Ligue 1 soccer match at the Saint Symphorien stadium in Metz September 10, 2005.
Metz has enjoyed a strong start to the French Ligue 1 season, winning both its matches and sitting near the top of the table.
www.topix.net /world-soccer/metz   (647 words)

  
 MetzLorraine   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
That changed in 2001 when I was contacted by a French couple who run the Thanks-GI’s Association based near Metz who told me that the Album Memorial was their “bible” and that copies were changing hands for large sums on the secondhand market.
In 1870 a Prussian Army fought a French Army to the west of Metz suffering enormous losses in front of the villages of Amanvillers, St. Privat, Gravelotte and the Mance ravine, names which are engraved in the memories of the GI’s who fought there in 1944.
In telling the story of the Battle of Metz much use had been made of official documents and the accounts of the men who were there, from generals to private soldiers.
www.milhist.org /T800/metz.htm   (693 words)

  
 Rae Metz: ZoomInfo Business People Information
Rae Metz's summary was automatically generated using 7 references found on the Internet.
Metz said he and his teammates have one final goal: to give everyone one last reason to celebrate.
Metz wrapped up his college career his senior season (02/03) with 30 points off of 10 goals and 20 assists in 32 games to rank 12th in the MAAC and claimed him Itech All-MAAC Second Team honors.
www.zoominfo.com /people/metz_rae_256672441.aspx   (943 words)

  
 Chapter 9: The November Battle for Metz (Concluded)
Contending that the Metz fortifications were "out of date," Balck, his staff, and commanders wanted to evacuate the city as soon as the remainder of the Moselle line fell to the Americans.
Division; a close-in envelopment south of Metz by the 5th Division; and a containing action west of the Moselle by the 95th Division, culminating in a final assault on both sides of the river.
By 1100 this key work, commanding the approaches to Metz from the north and northwest, was in American hands, and the attack rolled on toward the high ground southwest of the Bois de Woippy which was the regimental objective.
www.army.mil /cmh-pg/books/wwii/lorraine/lorraine-ch09.html   (10839 words)

  
 Metz
Since her beginnings in Roman times, Metz has always held a place of importance, but it is her charm and beauty -- graced with the presence of the Moselle -- that attracts so many modern-day visitors.
Also, Metz is on very flat ground, there's no rolling terrain to give any sense of depth.
Metz has mastered the art of making one appreciate the good life.
www.tompgalvin.com /places/fr/metz.htm   (725 words)

  
 CG Biography   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
LTG Thomas Metz was born in North Carolina, where he lived until enlisting in the Army in June 1966.
After his tour in the 1st Infantry Division, LTG Metz joined the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) and served as Director of the Army's Experimental Force Coordination Cell for the 4th Infantry Division (Mechanized) at Fort Hood, Texas, and the Assistant Division Commander for Support for the 4th Infantry Division (Mechanized).
During this time period, LTG Metz was chosen to serve for 4 months as the Chief of Staff, CENTCOM, during Operation Enduring Freedom from October 2002 to January 2003.
www.hood.army.mil /pao/Corps_staff/bios/CG_Biography.htm   (507 words)

  
 Why Metz?   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Metz' flowers have to be of a high quality.
Through Metz method of working it is possible to have these freshly cut flowers in the florist shops within 24 hours.
Metz can save you this time and travel, because your order can be delivered to your shop overnight straight from Holland.
www.metz.nl /en/metz/waarom.html   (386 words)

  
 Metz A Spiritual home of Famous Rabbis
The town of Metz is situated in the North eastern part of France on the border with Germany.
The Rabbis were also able to develope and grow in their mystical teachings, and it was in METZ where Reb Yehonosson Eibeshitz wrote the famous Kemeya's (specially written hebrew verses to help heal sick people and bring success and protection - Kemaya is the hebrew term for amulet).
Anyone whom has spent time in Metz can understand and sense some feeling of what the Shaages Arye was referring to, it really is a spiritual orientated town, and of better class of people with kind, helpful, generous and spiritual character.
www.yarzheit.com /heavensregister/metz.htm   (2093 words)

  
 Metz Flash
I started out with Metz and worked my way up to their model 64 CT 4, indeed I now have five.
Metz units can be fired simultaneously by their internal electronic control units.
Metz equipment is built to last in the Germanic tradition.
www.cameras-scanners-flaar.org /camera_scanner_accessories/Metz_portable_flash.htm   (241 words)

  
 Edward Metz   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Research opportunities for students include the use of molecular genetic tools to help understand evolution and systematics, as well as more applied areas such as conservation biology and forensics.
D.Vacquier, W. Swanson, E. Metz, and C. Stout.
Metz, R. Kane, H. Yanagimachi, and S. Palumbi.
www.humboldt.edu /~biosci/faculty/metz.htm   (203 words)

  
 POW Bio PAGE of SCOPE SYSTEMS.
Metz' parachute was gone, and there was no sign of activity except for heavy
Metz was the only pilot shot down in that area on that day.
Metz never appeared on any of the DRV listing or in the POW chain.
www.scopesys.com /cgi-bin/bio2.cgi?bio=M112   (852 words)

  
 Metz Communication Home Page
Metz Communication has been providing quality antennas since 1977.
The assembly facility is located in a restored mill building in the Lakeport section of Laconia, NH.
The U.S. Coast Guard uses the Metz Manta 6 antenna exclusively.
www.metzcommunication.com   (92 words)

  
 Metz - Chemical & Corrosion Resistant Materials of Construction
Metz is an Australian company that manufactures, supplies and installs specialist construction materials.
Our main areas of application are shown on this website and include industrial flooring and linings.
Metz operates across Australia directly and has an extensive distributor network across Asia, the Middle East, New Zealand and the Asia Pacific Region.
www.metz.net.au   (70 words)

  
 Metz - always first class. - mecablitz 54 MZ-4 / 54 MZ-4i
The flagship model in the Metz shoe mount series, the 54 MZ-4 offers cutting edge technology with features such as Nikon's 3D multi sensor TTL metering, Canon's E-TTL flash control, and high-speed synchronization (HSS).
The 54 MZ-4 is available with a standard single pin shoe, or as a kit with your choice of SCA 3002 module for Canon, Konica/Minolta or Nikon.
The integration of high-precision flash modes ensures perfect illumination combined with superb brilliance and differentiation between even the finest shades.
www.metz.de /en/photo_electronics/mecablitz_54_MZ-4.171.html   (381 words)

  
 Metz & Associates, Ltd. - Careers   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Metz and Associates, Ltd. is the place for you.
A premiere dining management company for the Northeastern United States, Metz and Associates offers food and environmental service employment opportunities in a variety of industries, including education, healthcare and business and industry.
Metz and Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
www.metzltd.com /ma/careers   (219 words)

  
 Metz (France) - World Sites Atlas
Metz was often fought over by France and Germany and was heavily fortified
Metz hotels: information, rates (usually quoted in local currency), and on-line reservations.
Metz, A City of History and Art (official; Metz City Hall)
www.sitesatlas.com /Europe/France/Metz.htm   (174 words)

  
 Metz
Metz was an early episcopal see and became the capital of
An important fortress and garrison town, Metz was besieged (1870) by the Germans in the
Herman August METZ - METZ, Herman August (1867—1934) METZ, Herman August, a Representative from New York; born in...
www.infoplease.com /ce6/world/A0832941.html   (529 words)

  
 METZ Aerials   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The best way to experience the Metz 100 ft. High-Tech Aerial is up-front and personal.
Once you've had hands-on experience with our aerial and platform, you'll understand why Metz has created such a stir in the apparatus industry.
The Metz High-Tech Ladder provides unsurpassed performance and allows fire-rescue personnel to work more efficiently and much safer during emergency incidents.
www.metz-apparatus.com /tour.html   (131 words)

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