Battle of Le Mesnil-Patry

The Battle of Le Mesnil-Patry was the last major combat operation conducted by Canadian land forces in Normandy during the month of June 1944. The Queen's Own Rifles of Canada, supported by the 6th Canadian Armoured Regiment (1st Hussars) attempted to take the town of Le Mesnil-Patry in Normandy as part of a southwards move towards high ground as part of the overall strategic goal of taking the city of Caen. The battle resulted in a German victor... more

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Battle for Caen

The Battle for Caen from June to August 1944 was a battle between Allied (primarily British and Canadian troops) and German forces during the Battle of Normandy. Originally the Allies aimed to take the French city of Caen, one of the largest cities in Normandy on D-Day. Caen was a vital objective...

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