The March of the 2nd SS Panzer Division Through France June 1944: A Harrowing Tale of Blitzkrieg and Devastation

A Shadow Over Normandy: The Arrival of the 2nd SS Panzer Division

Das Reich: The March of the 2nd SS Panzer Division Through France, June 1944 (Zenith Military Classics)

by Mark Hyman

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As the Allies stormed the beaches of Normandy on D-Day, June 6, 1944, a sinister force lay in wait. The 2nd SS Panzer Division, an elite unit of the Waffen-SS, had been secretly amassed in northern France. Their mission: to crush the Allied invasion and drive them back into the sea.

The 2nd SS Panzer Division was a formidable foe. Commanded by the ruthless SS-Obersturmbannführer Fritz Witt, the division boasted some of the most experienced and battle-hardened troops in the German army. They were equipped with the latest Panther and Tiger tanks, giving them a significant advantage in firepower and armor.

Operation Cobra: The Allies Strike Back

The Allies were well aware of the threat posed by the 2nd SS Panzer Division. On July 25, 1944, they launched Operation Cobra, a massive offensive aimed at breaking through the German lines and liberating Normandy. The 2nd SS Panzer Division was tasked with holding the line against the Allied onslaught.

For days, the two sides clashed in a brutal tank battle. The 2nd SS Panzer Division fought with tenacity, but the Allies had overwhelming numbers and air superiority. On July 31, the Allies finally broke through the German defenses, forcing the 2nd SS Panzer Division to retreat.

The Falaise Pocket: A Desperate Stand

As the Allies advanced, the 2nd SS Panzer Division found itself trapped in the Falaise Pocket, a shrinking salient surrounded by Allied forces. The division faced annihilation as Allied troops closed in from all sides.

In a desperate attempt to escape, the 2nd SS Panzer Division launched a series of breakout attempts. However, the Allies had anticipated their moves and had set up a ring of steel around the pocket. On August 21, 1944, the last remnants of the 2nd SS Panzer Division surrendered, marking the end of their ill-fated campaign in France.

Legacy of the 2nd SS Panzer Division

The March of the 2nd SS Panzer Division Through France June 1944 Zenith is a gripping historical account of this pivotal moment in World War II. The book provides a detailed and insightful look at the division's key battles, strategies, and the impact of their advance on the course of the war.

Author David Reynolds draws upon extensive research and firsthand accounts to bring the story of the 2nd SS Panzer Division to life. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, World War II, or the Waffen-SS.

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