Historical Events tagged with "carentan"
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German Counterattack near Carentan
On June 13, 1944, German combat elements, bolstered by the 17th SS Panzergrenadier Division, commenced a counteroffensive against American positions near Carentan, Normandy. The mainly American forces had captured the town earlier in the month during the Normandy landings, making it a strategic point for both sides. The counterattack aimed to reclaim lost ground and disrupt supply lines for the Allied forces pushing inland. The ensuing battle involved intense fighting, showcasing the fierce resistance of German troops in the wake of the D-Day operations.
Continue ReadingAmerican Paratroopers Secure Carentan, Normandy
American paratroopers from the 101st Airborne Division captured the strategic town of Carentan in Normandy, France. The operation was crucial in the advance following the D-Day landings. Paratroopers engaged in fierce fighting against German defenders, establishing control over the town and linking with forces from Utah Beach. Their success in Carentan was pivotal for maintaining supply lines and securing the eastern flank of the Allied invasion.
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