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Pegasus Bridge
1944 • Calvados Luftlande-Op
Historical Overview
Coup de main by British paratroopers on Bénouville Bridge.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Allied victory.
UK
- Commander: John Howard
- Strength: 181 Mann
- Casualties: 2
German Army
- Commander: Hans von Luck
- Strength: ca. 100
- Casualties: unbekannt
Strategic Context
Securing the eastern flank of the invasion zone.
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