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Battle at the Schilberg Cross-roads; Second World War, 1945
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Battle at the Schilberg Cross-roads; Second World War, 1945
Sketch of a battle between British and German troops for control of the cross-roads in the town of Schilberg, Netherlands, 1945. This battle took place during the Allied Operation Blackcock offensive. The sketch shows the scene as the Germans had just deployed a King Tiger Tank (centre of the image), forcing Allied Sherman tanks (one of which is seen extreme right) to retreat, leaving the Allied infantry to hold position. On the left of the sketch can be seen a knocked-out German anti-tank gun, surrounded by its dead crew.
1945
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mar
1945 Allied Anti Control Crew Dead Deployed Extreme Forcing Germans Hold Infantry Knocked Leaving Netherlands Offensive Operation Position Retreat Roads Sherman Surrounded Tank Tanks Tiger Blackcock
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This powerful print captures the intense Battle at the Schilberg Cross-roads during the Second World War in 1945. The sketch depicts a fierce confrontation between British and German troops as they fought for control of the strategic cross-roads in the town of Schilberg, Netherlands.
In the center of the image, a menacing King Tiger Tank looms large, forcing Allied Sherman tanks to retreat from their position on the right side of the sketch. Despite this setback, Allied infantry soldiers stand their ground on foot, determined to hold their position against overwhelming enemy forces.
On the left side of the sketch lies a knocked-out German anti-tank gun, surrounded by its fallen crew members. The devastating aftermath of war is evident in this scene of destruction and loss.
The Battle at the Schilberg Cross-roads was part of the larger Allied Operation Blackcock offensive aimed at pushing back German forces and liberating occupied territories. This historical moment captured in this sketch serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by brave soldiers on both sides during one of history's darkest chapters.
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