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Richard Nugent O'Connor Biography and Timeline

Follow Richard Nugent O'Connor through 2 dated historical records for Great Britain.

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Richard Nugent O'Connor, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

2Distinct records

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1944

26 June 1944

Operation Epsom

Commander of VIII Corps · Caen · Warfare / World War, 2nd

O'Connor commanded VIII Corps in the offensive intended to cross the Odon and outflank Caen.

Role range: 1939-1945 – 1944-1944

18 July 1944

Operation Goodwood

Commander of VIII Corps · Caen · Warfare / World War, 2nd

O'Connor commanded the massed armoured assault east of Caen toward Bourguebus Ridge.

Role range: 1939-1945 – 1944-1944

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