This is definitely a first! A Canadian battle (mostly) being highlighted on the U.S. Military Channel this week. Although I've never thought of the Hochwald as a great example of armoured warfare. Feb 09, 7:00 pm (60 minutes) Greatest Tank Battles The Battle for the Hochwald Gap TV-PG, CC In February 1945, Canadian forces launch an attack to cross the Rhine and enter the German heartland. This is the story of the struggle for the Hochwald Gap - the final obstacle blocking the Allies, which the Germans are determined to hold at any cost.
The Canucks getting some recognition at last!!!! Whatever next!! Artillery Best Rob Rob, I suspect that you've been up late and drinking heavily?:p
This is definitely a first! A Canadian battle (mostly) being highlighted on the U.S. Military Channel this week. Although I've never thought of the Hochwald as a great example of armoured warfare. Feb 09, 7:00 pm (60 minutes) Greatest Tank Battles The Battle for the Hochwald Gap TV-PG, CC In February 1945, Canadian forces launch an attack to cross the Rhine and enter the German heartland. This is the story of the struggle for the Hochwald Gap - the final obstacle blocking the Allies, which the Germans are determined to hold at any cost. I did watch this. A little heavy on the computer generated graphics and light on the strategic aspects but otherwise not too bad. I especially liked the veteran interviews.
The Hochwald chapter from the A & SH of Canada history. Hope it comes out ok had some trouble with resizing .
"The battle for the Hochwald Forest was over. Now the objective for the 4th Canadian Division was to move south and east to Veen, Germany. The task was given to the 10th Infantry Brigade and, in particular, a combined battle group led by C Squadron, South Alberta Regiment and C Company of the Argylls" Infantrymen of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada lining up for dinner in a barnyard near Veen, Germany, Date: 9 March 1945
Hochwald and Xanten https://scholars.wlu.ca/cgi/viewcon...le.com/&httpsredir=1&article=1197&context=cmh
For an aerial of the Hochwald 'Gap' see: Major Fred Tilston's Victoria Cross at the Hochwald ... and: Tour of Northeast Holland
