![]() Not an obvious or major factor, but something that was in their minds.Ħ. Attempt on Hitler's life makes German commanders nervous about who is looking over their shoulders after July 22nd. General McNair, highest ranking US Officer killed in WW2 died due to bombing short.ĥ. Also, several cases of "Blue on Blue" due to bombers dropping short and hitting allied troops. Sometimes excellent (Operation Cobra), sometimes poor (Operation Goodwood). Carpet bombing used with varying levels of success. Germans hold major formations up at Calais expecting a second invasion up to the middle of July.Ĥ. Casualties were a major concern and pushed them towards tank heavy formations as the casualties were generally lower for amror formations (tanks themselves getting chewed up instead of troops).ģ. They were not going to increase in numbers of troops, D-Day marked the high water mark for them. British manpower strains dictate their method of battle. Ended up being a major factor in the battle.Ģ. Hedgerows, they dictated the battle and were not in the planning as the planners figured they were just like the ones in England. ![]() The thing about Normandy that you should mention are the following:ġ. Here's the link: : D-Day: The Battle for Normandy (9780670021192): Antony Beevor: Books ![]() Excellent book covering exactly what you are looking at. A book was just written by Anthony Beevor.
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