Force A Ground Command EstablishedOctober 1956
Beaufre commands Force A, the French ground contingent allocated to the Suez expedition.
Historical person
Andre Beaufre Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Andre Beaufre, based on 7 World History Database records associated with France.
7 records1956–19567 events3 places
Chronological biography
1956
French Ground Assault Plan Finalised1 November 1956
Beaufre finalises French ground-force arrangements for the assault on Port Said.
French Paratroop Assault Coordinated5 November 1956
Beaufre coordinates French airborne attacks supporting the seizure of the northern canal zone.
Operation Musketeer5 November 1956
Serves as senior French commander with the Anglo-French landing forces in Egypt.
French Port Fuad Occupation Organised6 November 1956
Beaufre directs French ground forces as they establish control in Port Fuad after the assault.
Port Fuad Sector Secured6 November 1956
Beaufre's French forces secure positions in and around Port Fuad during the final day of fighting.
French Forces Hold Port Fuad7 November 1956
Beaufre's forces remain in the Port Fuad sector under ceasefire conditions.
Titles and roles
General · General · Commander French Land Forces Force A
Record provenance
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