News Report Briefs Canadians on Dieppe Raid
"Conduct of the Troops Beyond All Praise"
British tanks stranded on shingle beaches. LCT (Landing Craft, Tank)burning in background. Photo Credit - commons.wikipedia
Introduction:
The raid on Dieppe, August 19, 1942, may well be the most significant military action ever untaken by 5,000 (approx.) Canadian troops in any theatre of war. Its repercussions appear to be endless. New books and histories continue to be reported or written.
Below is a lengthy report as found in The Hamilton Spectator, first published on September 18, 1942:
Only "Highest Standard" Troops - Part 1
Only "Highest Standard" Troops - Part 2
Only "Highest Standard" Troops - Part 3
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