Historical Events tagged with "dieppe"
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Allied Assault on Dieppe Fails
The Dieppe Raid, also known as Operation Jubilee, involved a major Allied amphibious assault on the German-occupied port of Dieppe, France. Led by the 2nd Canadian Infantry Division, the operation took place during World War II with the aim of testing German defenses and gathering intelligence. The raid began early on August 19, 1942, and despite the initial surprise, it quickly turned into a chaotic battle. This failed operation resulted in heavy casualties among the Allied forces, particularly the Canadians, and did not achieve its strategic objectives.
Continue ReadingColonists Set Sail for New France
A group of three hundred colonists departed from Dieppe, France, bound for New France. They were part of a larger trend of migration to the North American territories as European powers sought to establish settlements and exploit resources. These settlers aimed to create a new life in the burgeoning colonies across the ocean.
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