EDIT IMW877880 Battlefields of Verdun 1916

The transcript describes the village of Florie, highlighting its church and the numerous battles fought over a hill nearby. The narrative details the repeated attacks and defenses, each resulting in significant losses. It concludes with a poignant reflection on the human cost, noting that the ground is metaphorically made of the men who died there.

What are the consequences of attacking and guarding the hill as mentioned in the text?

What does the phrase 'these men already seem to be underground' imply about the village?