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The role of paratroopers (Airborne Troops) was to create a 3rd dimension in warfare, and a 3rd Front (Front, Flank, and Rear). The paratroopers were dropped BEHIND enemy lines. The fortunes of war may have allowed some men to land on enemy lines, and/or the enemy lines were fluid (mobile) and they moved to that position, or US/Allied intelligence missed those positions, and didn't plan for them (didn't know they were there).
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What was Germany's final attempt to break the allied lines?
Germany's final attempt to break the allied lines was at the battle of the bulge where the Germans went on the full offensive to regain their land but failed.
What types of knives used in World War 2?
Paratroopers used butterfly knives in ww2 to cut away their parachutes lines.
Why did The Battle of Arnherm occur?
The Battle of Arnhem occurred during World War II by accident. Some paratroopers from the Allied Forces were supposed to land miles away from this location, but the wind made it impossible and the paratroopers landed in the middle of German forces.
What is the difference between an LZ and a DZ and what do these terms mean?
A Drop Zone (DZ) is where Paratroopers land, a Landing Zone (LZ) is where Gliders land. Richard V. Horrell WW 2 Connections.com
What were the names of the planes that dropped paratroopers?
the names of the planes that dropped the paratroopers during the second world war were c47's.
How did paratroopers help take down Germany on D-day?
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Who won the battle of the Crete?
Germany won the battle of Crete because of there paratroopers.
What was Germany's final attempt to break Allied lines?
Germany's final attempt to break the allied lines was at the battle of the bulge where the Germans went on the full offensive to regain their land but failed.
What was Germany's final attempt to break the allied lines?
Germany's final attempt to break the allied lines was at the battle of the bulge where the Germans went on the full offensive to regain their land but failed.
What types of knives used in World War 2?
Paratroopers used butterfly knives in ww2 to cut away their parachutes lines.
Why did the allies have so many airdropped on D-day?
The planners wanted to disrupt the German defenses by dropping paratroopers behind the lines and capturing bridges and road intersections. They had selected several targets that were important and would help the infantry landing on the beaches to advance in-land. Also, the planners expected a 75% casualty rate among the paratroopers so they wanted to drop enough to get the job done.
What tactics were used during D Day?
Paratroopers were landed behind the lines, but it was mainly troops being landed on five different beaches.
Why did The Battle of Arnherm occur?
The Battle of Arnhem occurred during World War II by accident. Some paratroopers from the Allied Forces were supposed to land miles away from this location, but the wind made it impossible and the paratroopers landed in the middle of German forces.
What percent of Germany's land is arable?
33% of Germany's land is arable.
Did the Geneva convention allow shooting at paratroopers before they land?
Parachutists Of Disabled Aircraft:Parachutists who are crewmen of a disabled aircraft are presumed to be out of combat and may not be targeted unless it is apparent they are engaged on a hostile mission.Exception: paratroopers are presumed to be on a military mission and therefore may be targeted.
What is market garden?
Market Garden was the codename for the plan to take Holland back from the German occupiers. Market was the codename for the paratroopers who took part in the biggest parachute infantry attck in history behind enemy lines. Garden was the codename for the ground troops that were to cross through Holland and go right into Germany.
What is the difference between an LZ and a DZ and what do these terms mean?
A Drop Zone (DZ) is where Paratroopers land, a Landing Zone (LZ) is where Gliders land. Richard V. Horrell WW 2 Connections.com
