Battlefield S05E06 - The Battle for Caen
S05E06 The Battle for Caen
Episode Overview
Caen stood as one of the most significant hurdles for the Allied forces pushing inland after the Normandy landings on June 6, 1944, making it a crucial target for the 3rd British Division on Sword Beach. On D-Day, the Allies couldn't seize the vital city due to fierce counterattacks from the 21st Panzer Division. Subsequent assaults by the 3rd Canadian Division on June 7-8 were thwarted by the 12th SS Panzer Division 'Hitlerjugend', and attempts by the 7th British Armoured Division from June 11-14 also failed. Operation 'Epsom' commenced on June 25, following attacks from RAF Bomber Command, but British and Canadian efforts on July 4 halted before fully capturing the city. On July 7, Operation 'Charnwood' succeeded in pushing the Germans out of northern Caen. With intensified bombardment, Operation 'Goodwood' launched on July 18,