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Battle of Heraklion

20 mai 1941 · 35.34° N, 25.14° E

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20 mai 1941
Type
Bataille
Coordonnées
35.34° N, 25.14° E
Description
1941 World War II battle in Crete
War
World War II

Battle of Heraklion

World War II battle in Crete

The Battle of Heraklion was part of the Battle of Crete, fought during World War II on the Greek island of Crete between 20 and 30 May 1941. British, Australian and Greek forces of 14th Infantry Brigade, commanded by Brigadier Brian Chappel, defended Heraklion port and airfield against a German paratrooper attack by the 1st Parachute Regiment of the 7th Air Division, commanded by Colonel Bruno Bräuer.

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