Historical Events tagged with "william h. simpson"

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Military & Warfare

Ninth Army Crosses Elbe River Toward Berlin

April 12th, 1945 79 years ago

The U.S. Ninth Army, commanded by General William H. Simpson, successfully crossed the Elbe River, positioning itself astride Magdeburg and reaching Tangermünde, just 50 miles from Berlin. This maneuver came during the latter stages of World War II in Europe, as Allied forces pressed toward the German capital. The operation showcased the strategic capabilities and advance of American forces, contributing to the encirclement of Berlin as the war neared its conclusion.

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