Operation Veritable, initiated by British and Canadian forces, was a significant military operation aimed at seizing control over the stretches of land between the Maas and Rhine rivers. The operation kickstarted in the region around Nijmegen, Netherlands, and was designed to support the Allied strategy of breaking through German defenses. This military offensive came on the heels of the failure of Operation Market Garden and marked a shift in tactics as the Allies prepared for a comprehensive assault on German positions. Key objectives included eliminating German forces capable of launching counterattacks and securing critical supply routes.The operation commenced with a massive artillery barrage aimed at German positions, a hallmark of Allied tactics, intended to soften enemy defenses before ground troops advanced. Over the course of several months, British and Canadian divisions engaged in fierce combat against entrenched German forces, facing harsh winter conditions and logistical challenges. The offensive was characterized by close coordination among ground units, air support from the Royal Air Force, and the deployment of armored divisions.Operation Veritable played a crucial role in the larger context of the Western Front, providing a platform for subsequent operations and contributing to the gradual degradation of German military strength in the region. As the Allies continued to press forward, these actions helped set the stage for the ultimate invasion of Germany, culminating in the fall of Berlin later that year.