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Title
The French Decide to Fight
Description
The first phase of Operation Torch included amphibious landings along the Atlantic coast. Many of the primary objectives included the securing of French airdromes in these areas for use in the second phase: the advance into Tunisia. One such field …
Subject
Publisher
Date
1942-11-10
Scenario#
35
Scenario Description
The first phase of Operation Torch included amphibious landings along the Atlantic coast. Many of the primary objectives included the securing of French airdromes in these areas for use in the second phase: the advance into Tunisia. One such field was located near Port-Lyautey on the Sebou River. Nestled on three sides by the Sebou, the airfield would not fall easily. A three prong attack was decided upon. With their initial landing accomplished, one team would cross the river to the north of the airfield and participate in a coordinated attack with a second team advancing up from the southern beaches. A third group, consisting of a special raider detachment transported up the Sebou by the destroyer Dallas would land to the east. The field was to be taken before nightfall.
Location
Port-Lyautey, Morocco
Battle Narrative
The Battle of Port Lyautey began on 8 November 1942 for the city of Port Lyautey, today known as Kenitra, in French Morocco. The battle ended with its capture and occupation by American troops, overrunning French forces after more than two days of fierce fighting.
Narrative Source
Combatants
American
Moroccans

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