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Battle of Vevi

1941 • Westmakedonien
Members of the Australian 2/1st Anti-Tank Regiment resting, 13 April 1941, after their withdrawal from the Vevi area. The unit suffered heavy losses in the first German attacks on Australian positions in Greece.

Members of the Australian 2/1st Anti-Tank Regiment resting, 13 April 1941, after their withdrawal from the Vevi area. The unit suffered heavy losses in the first German attacks on Australian positions in Greece.

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Historical Overview

The Battle of Vevi, in Greece, also known as the Battle of the Klidi Pass, was part of the Greek campaign of World War II. It took place on 11–12 April 1941, north of the town of Amyntaion, close to the northwestern Greek border. Allied troops fought forces from Nazi Germany.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Ger. victory.

Ger. Army / SS

  • Commander: Kurt Meyer
  • Strength: 2000
  • Casualties: ca. 100

Commonwealth

  • Commander: George Vasey
  • Strength: 6000
  • Casualties: ca. 800

Strategic Context

Delaying the German advance.

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