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197. Battleground '44 - The Battle of Arnhem

Battleground

CHAPTER

Operation Market Garden: Ambition and Miscalculation

This chapter explores the historical context and decision-making behind Operation Market Garden, focusing on the ambitious strategy to capture the Arnhem bridge. It highlights the challenges faced by British airborne divisions, including planning flaws and leadership dynamics, which ultimately compromised the operation. The narrative emphasizes both the bravery of the soldiers in dire situations and the critical errors in military strategy that led to a significant setback in the war effort.

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