Battle of Hurtgen Forest
Hurtgen Forest is defended by the German 275th and 353rd Infantry Divisions, understrength but well prepared - 5,000 men (1,000 in reserve) - and commanded by General Hans Schmidt
Role range: 1939-1945
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Hans Schmidt Biography and Timeline
Follow Hans Schmidt through 4 dated historical records for Germany.
Hans Schmidt, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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Battle of Hurtgen Forest
The Germans fiercely defended the area for two reasons: it served as a staging area for the Ardennes Offensive (what became the Battle of the Bulge) that was already in preparation, and the mountains commanded access to the Schwammenauel Dam.
Role range: 1939-1945
Battle of Hurtgen Forest
The Germans were able to hold the region until they launched their final major, last-ditch offensive on the Western Front, into the Ardennes.
Role range: 1939-1945
Western Front
The Germans were able to hold the region until they launched their final major, last-ditch offensive on the Western Front, into the Ardennes
Role range: 1939-1945
Records, sources and methodology
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