The Battle for Normandy: The Push for Caen

UPC 5022802210109

Product Details:

• Brand: Pegasus Entertainment
• Genre: Documentary, Military History
• Release Year: 2001 (Originally aired on Discovery Channel)
• Runtime: Approx. 100 minutes
• Audio: Dolby Digital Stereo
• Language: English
• Aspect Ratio: 4:3
• Region: 0, PAL

Overview:

"The Battle for Normandy: The Push for Caen" is a gripping episode from the landmark television series "Battlefield," which provides an in-depth exploration of one of the most pivotal battles of World War II. This documentary delves into the intense fighting that took place as the Allied forces pushed to capture the strategic city of Caen and close the Falaise Gap, cutting off the escape route for thousands of German troops.

Through rare archival footage, informative maps, and graphics, viewers are transported to the heart of the action, witnessing the determination of the Allies as they battled against the fierce resistance of the German forces. The program offers a comprehensive overview of the military situation, strategies, and capabilities of both sides, as well as profiles of the key leaders and commanders involved in the operation.

Interesting Facts:

• The documentary highlights the significance of the Falaise Gap, where over 80,000 German troops risked being encircled by the advancing Allied troops.
• It features vivid footage of the intense combat that took place in the lanes and fields surrounding Caen, showcasing the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers.
• The program provides a broad evaluation of the battle's aftermath and its impact on the overall course of the war.

Scene Selection:

1. Introduction
2. The Commanders
3. Overall Strategies
4. Military Capabilities
5. Order of Battle
6. The Early Battles for Caen
7. Broad Evaluation
8. Prelude to the Battle
9. Weapons and Armament
10. The Aftermath

From Backside:

The Push For Caen

In August 1944 the Falaise Gap, south-east of Caen, I represented an escape route for the German forces, who were in danger of being encircled by the advancing Allied troops. The fighting in the lanes and fields was intense, as the Allies battled hard to overcome determined resistance by some 80,000 German troops. The Gap was closed on the 19th of August, leaving only a small pocket of German resistance that was overrun several days later. The losses for the Germans were catastrophic.

This episode, brand new to DVD is from the land mark television series "Battlefield", Featuring fascinating archive footage from all over the world the programme includes a review of the political and military situation before the battle, portraits of leaders and commanders, an explanation of weapons and tactics and the story of the battle itself. Vivid graphics place the battle into the context of the war as a whole.