Historical Events tagged with "commando raid"
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North Korean Commando Raid on South Korea
A squad of 120 North Korean army commandos attempted to land on the eastern coast of South Korea with the aim of overthrowing President Park Chung Hee's dictatorial government and advancing the cause of Korean reunification. They landed in boats along a 25-mile stretch of coastline but faced fierce resistance from South Korean forces. The operation was ultimately repelled, highlighting the tensions between the two Koreas during this period.
Continue ReadingUK Launches Operation Claymore on Lofoten Islands
Operation Claymore was the first major British Commando raid during World War II, targeting the Lofoten Islands in Norway. Launched by the United Kingdom, the operation aimed to disrupt German supply lines and showcase the capabilities of British commandos. In early March 1941, approximately 1,200 men executed this operation, encountering lighter resistance than anticipated, which allowed them to destroy fish oil factories used for producing materials essential for the Nazis. The success of this raid boosted morale and indicated the potential for further commando operations.
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