Historical Events tagged with "airborne"
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Operation Jefferson Glenn Launches in Vietnam
Operation Jefferson Glenn involved the United States 101st Airborne Division and the South Vietnamese 1st Infantry Division as they initiated military operations in Thừa Thiên–Huế Province. This combined effort aimed to disrupt enemy supply lines and establish control in the region as part of ongoing efforts to combat North Vietnamese forces. The operation was strategically significant in bolstering the defensive capabilities of South Vietnamese troops while aiming to secure the area from communist infiltration.
Continue ReadingLiberation of Los Baños Internment Camp
The 11th Airborne Division, alongside Filipino guerrillas, reached the Los Baños internment camp where 2,147 captives, including Americans and other nationals, had been held by Japanese forces since 1942. The operation began at dawn, with parachute drops and ground assaults, resulting in a swift and effective rescue of the captives. This mission was notably hailed by General Colin Powell as a prime example of airborne operations.
Continue ReadingBritish 1st Airborne Division Withdrawal from Arnhem
Surviving elements of the British 1st Airborne Division executed a strategic withdrawal from Oosterbeek after enduring fierce fighting during the Battle of Arnhem. With supplies running low and under constant enemy pressure, the troops maneuvered through difficult terrain to regroup. The operation was crucial as it marked an end to their attempts at securing a bridge over the Rhine for the Allies. The withdrawal took place amid intense German counterattacks.
Continue ReadingCrete Surrenders to German Forces
The Battle of Crete concluded when German forces succeeded in capturing the island after strategic assaults beginning on May 20. Allied forces, primarily consisting of British, Australian, and New Zealand troops, mounted a fierce defense but faced overwhelming Luftwaffe air support and coordinated ground assaults. The surrender marked a significant German victory in the Mediterranean Theater as they secured a vital position and forced Allied withdrawal.
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