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The Algonquin Regiment landing Hill 195

1944-08-09 · Potigny · France

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August 9th 1944 the Regiment, supporting BCR (British Columbia Regiment) were tasked with taking Hill 195, taking an unfortunate wrong turn at 0200 hours they ended up four miles east of Hill 195 closer to Hill 140, deep in German territory. The Regiment suffered heavy loses with total casualties of 128 men and 47 tanks. nbsp; Correct location: see the map?

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