Events tagged with "john frost"

Historical Events tagged with "john frost"

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Military & Warfare

British 1st Airborne Division Withdrawal from Arnhem

September 25th, 1944 80 years ago

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.