Battle of Montcornet (1940 AD)

Battle of Montcornet took place in 1940 AD during World War II.

Battle facts

• Year: 1940 AD
• Date: 1940-05-17
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: World War II
• Commanders (A): Charles de Gaulle
• Commanders (B): Heinz Guderian, Wolfram Freiherr von Richthofen
• Casualties: approx. 103 tanks/AFVs disabled, destroyed or abandoned40–50 tanks
• Outcome: French victory
• Coordinates: 49.696°, 4.018°

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Wikipedia article on Battle of Montcornet · Wikidata entry

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