Liberation of Ypres in WWII: Then and Now

Liberation of Ypres in WWII: Then and Now by CHRIS LOCK BEM


ISBN
9781036124960
Published
Binding
Hardcover
Dimensions
172 x 246mm

Walk in the tank tracks and footsteps of Major General Stanislaw Maczek and his 1st Polish Armoured Division (1PAD) soldiers who fought, fell or were wounded liberating the town of Ypres on 6th September 1944. Also revealed is the great support offered by local Resistance groups who supplied topographical assistance, information concerning enemy strong points and troop numbers, offered limited engagements, and finally assisted with the temporary gaoling of the many German prisoners of war. The book also commemorates those townsfolk including children who lost their lives over this period of short but intense fighting. Such was the cost of freedom for the beleaguered citizens of Ypres during WW2. Also remembered are those Czechoslovak officers attached to 1PAD from the Independent Czechoslovak Armoured Brigade Group commanded by Brigadier General Alois Li?ka, whose HQ was located at nearby Wormhout, France, in preparation for his own Battlegroup's 'Siege of Dunkirk' deployment. AUTHORS: Chris Lock served in the Junior Leaders Regiment Royal Armoured Corps and 3rd Royal Tank Regiment. On conclusion of his military contract, Chris served with Avon Fire and Rescue Service for 27 years, mostly in the role of Crew Commander. Milena is currently employed as adviser to the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic in Prague in matters concerning the Czechoslovak fallen. 286 colour, 139 b/w illustartions
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