Battle of the Scheldt: No. 4 Commando at Uncle Beach, Flushing – Walcheren, the Netherlands
In the early morning of 1st November 1944, the town of Flushing is rudely awakened by an extensive …
First Canadian Army
All articlesThe First Canadian Army, established in 1942, was the largest field formation ever commanded by Canada during World War II. Comprising Canadian, British, Polish, Dutch, and Belgian units, it played a vital role in Northwest Europe. Key operations included the Battle of Normandy, the clearing of the Scheldt Estuary, and the liberation of the Netherlands. Its coordination of multinational forces demonstrated Canada’s significant strategic and operational contributions to the Allied victory.
