Private Glen Lewis Bearss August 27, 1944 A& SH of Canada

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  1. canuck

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    Private Glen Lewis Bearss
    August 27, 1944
    Service Number: B/46217
    Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada (Princess Louise's)


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    Seine Crossing
    The morning of the 27th was misty, providing cover for the crossing, and the Algonquins were ordered to assault Hill 88, and the Argylls Hill 95, both dominating features overlooking the crossing site at Criquebeuf.
    There followed a costly struggle for two rounded hills of Pt. 88 and Pt. 95. This two-day battle, the last fought by the division in Normandy, reminded everyone of the advance to Falaise. When the heights were occupied it was evident the enemy had enjoyed an unobstructed view of the river crossing and the bare slopes of the hillsides. There was no cover for the attackers except for smoke which was of little help against artillery and mortar concentrations. 10th Bde. suffered more than 100 casualties in this forgotten encounter.
     
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