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Old December 2nd, 2004, 03:43 PM
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Not really but that is my opinion. The German generals thought it would be wisest to retreat behind Seine if the invasion succeeds but Hitler would not give an inch. As well the allied got Caen by early July..

http://www.onwar.com/maps/wwii/normandy/1caen44.htm

but not until a month later did they start to get going with their attack.

http://www.onwar.com/maps/wwii/westf...seineaug44.htm

And Falaise Aug 16-19

http://www.onwar.com/maps/wwii/westfront/1falaise.htm
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