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Liberation of Paris
1944 • Paris Stadtkampf
Historical Overview
Resistance uprising and entry of the 2nd French Armored Div.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Allied victory.
France / USA
- Commander: Philippe Leclerc
- Strength: 16000
- Casualties: 1000
German Army
- Commander: D. v. Choltitz
- Strength: 20000
- Casualties: 12000
Strategic Context
Symbolic end of German rule in France.
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