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In October 1941 the LRDG was expanded to 10 patrols by the simple method of splitting the existing patrols into two-half patrols; the New Zealanders formed A Squadron comprising 'R1', 'R2'...
Ref: Arnhem - 1944: The Airborne Battle by M. Middlebrook
The Evening Moves
Lieutenant-Colonel Sir Richard des Voeux's 156 Battalion had left its rendezvous point on the dropping zone at about 5.0 p.m. on Monday. One platoon had to be left behind to guard prisoners and protect wounded ...
Nicely done Louis. Good Sherman tanks as well.
I also really liked the pintle MG on the Panthers, I remember it as being quite unusual at that time, was that right?
They are still among my favourites. They way they crafted the zimmerit is unmatched, but the originality is still evident e.g. has anyone else done a damaged Panther?
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