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Having fallen back to its starting position, the 4e DCR received much needed reinforcements to launch another effort towards Montcomet. On 19 May, De Gaulle again committed his Division against the German defensive positions in and around Montcomet. Although the …

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Having fallen back to its starting position, the 4e DCR received much needed reinforcements to launch another effort towards Montcomet. On 19 May, De Gaulle again committed his Division against the German defensive positions in and around Montcomet. Although the French tried to outflank the defenders, this time the Germans were prepared for the attack and both forces clashed outside the town. The Stukas, 88mm FlaK guns, and the German panzers again forced the French to retreat.

Montcornet, France

The Battle of Montcornet, on 17 May 1940 took place during the Battle of France. The French 4e Division cuirassée, attacked the German-held village of Montcornet with over 200 tanks. The French drove off the Germans but later had to retreat due to lack of support and the intervention of the Luftwaffe.

Wikipedia: Battle of Montcornet

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