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Fort Eben-Emael

d. 1935

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Photograph at the Fort Eben-Emael war memorial

Fort Ében-Émael, a significant Belgian stronghold, became the scene of intense fighting during May 10th and 11th, 1940. Its commanding position and artillery held sway over vital crossings of the Albert Canal. These routes were critical for German advances into Belgium as part of wider invasions.

German paratroopers executed a daring assault, landing by glider atop the fortress. They successfully neutralised the garrison and its formidable defences, whilst other units simultaneously secured two key canal bridges. This action allowed German ground forces to bypass Belgian defenses and push deeper into the country, marking a tactical success for the invaders despite airborne casualties.

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