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A Bridge Too Far: The Failed Jeep Attack At Arnhem

A Bridge Too Far: The Failed Jeep Attack At Arnhem

The road bridge at Arnhem was to be taken in a Race to the Bridge by the Reconnaissance Squadron. However after barely 2 miles from their drop zone they ran into a German Ambush.

In this video, we are going to follow the men from the fields where they landed to the point where tragedy struck. Then we will look at the Germans in the Ambush. Who were they, where did they come from and, most importantly, why were they there.

It is a long video, shot at multiple locations with a lot of background information, so sit back and enjoy!

By Joris

My name is Joris Nieuwint and please let me be your tour guide! As a local who has lived in the Operation Market Garden area for most of my life, this battle is now part of my DNA, and I have been studying it for almost 30 years. Since 2012 I have been active as a Battlefield Guide and over the years I’ve have taken many individuals, small and large groups, relatives of veterans, school groups, and military groups and staff rides on tours all through Europe. What began with guiding in the Operation Market Garden area has since expanded to include the Hürtgen Forest and the Battle of the Bulge and more.

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