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Battle of Esch Sur Sure

Discussion in 'Western Europe 1939 - 1942' started by Panzerknacker, Mar 11, 2003.

  1. Panzerknacker

    Panzerknacker New Member

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    The VIII Corps Engineers held the town.
    Can anyone tell me how many men they lost, and what German units they faced off against?
    I believe they faced off at one stage against teh 5th Fallschirmjager.
    THANKS IN ADVANCE...
     
  2. Erich

    Erich Alte Hase

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    Date and area bitte ? ! ;) :D then we can do more research.

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  3. Panzerknacker

    Panzerknacker New Member

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    December 16th-31st 1944, Ardennes Offensive. This position is situated almost overlooking forward positions of the Siegfried Line.
    Belive the C.O on the spot was one Captain Aiken.
     
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    Ive just had a closer look at the site and soz it doesn't seem to have any info.

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