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Operation Veritable
1945 • Niederrhein Großoffensive
Historical Overview
British-Canadian offensive to clear the Reichswald.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Allied victory.
UK / Canada
- Commander: Harry Crerar
- Strength: ca. 200.000
- Casualties: ca. 15.000
German Army
- Commander: Alfred Schlemm
- Strength: ca. 50.000
- Casualties: ca. 10.000
Strategic Context
Reaching the Rhine in the North.
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