Arnhem Courage

During the ill-fated battle at Arnhem, Operation Market Garden, no less than five VCs were awarded.

SECOND WORLD WAR


It was 19 September 1944, day three of Operation Market Garden, and the 1st Parachute Brigade launched its attack against Arnhem Bridge, held by Major John Frost’s battalion of the Parachute Regiment. The 1st Battalion, the Parachute Regiment, led the...

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