Historical Events tagged with "operation market garden"
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Military & Warfare
Operation Market Garden Liberates Eindhoven
September 18th, 1944 80 years ago
On September 18, Allied forces launched Operation Market Garden, aiming to secure key bridges in the Netherlands. The 101st Airborne Division parachuted into Eindhoven to liberate the city from German occupation. Their success in Eindhoven served as a critical early victory in the offensive, showcasing airborne operations and the importance of swift ground support to maintain control in the newly secured area.
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