VE Day: Crossing The Rhine (Part 2)
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Crossing the Rhine: A Strategic Gamble
This chapter explores the intricate planning and execution of the Allied forces' crossing of the Rhine during World War II, emphasizing the simultaneous assaults that aimed to confuse German defenses. It highlights General Patton's leadership and the scale of Operation Plunder, the largest river assault in history at that point, involving over a million soldiers. The discussion also touches on the psychological barriers faced by troops and the strategic maneuvers that set the stage for the Allied victory in Europe.
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