Operation Abercrombie: The 1942 British-Canadian Raid on Nazi-Occupied France

Operation Abercrombie: The 1942 British-Canadian Raid on Nazi-Occupied France

Operation Abercrombie was a daring reconnaissance raid carried out by British and Canadian forces on the night of April 21/22, 1942. Targeting the German-occupied coastal village of Hardelot in France, the mission aimed to gather intelligence, assess landing viability, capture prisoners, and disrupt enemy defenses. While the British commandos successfully landed, the Canadian detachment faced navigation errors, limiting overall success. Despite setbacks, this operation provided crucial insights for future Allied campaigns, including the infamous Dieppe Raid. Watch to learn how this mission shaped World War II tactics and strategy!

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