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Battle of Celles
1944 • Namur Panzerschlacht
Historical Overview
Furthest point of German advance; halted just before the Meuse.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Allied victory.
Allies
- Commander: Bernard Montgomery
- Strength: ca. 20.000
- Casualties: ca. 1.000
German Army
- Commander: Meinrad v. Lauchert
- Strength: ca. 10.000
- Casualties: ca. 3.000
Strategic Context
Preventing the Wehrmacht from crossing the Meuse.
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