Operation Fustian (1943 AD)
Operation Fustian took place in 1943 AD during Allied invasion of Sicily.
Battle facts
- Year: 1943 AD
- Date: 1943-07-16
- Era: Modern
- Conflict: Allied invasion of Sicily
- Commanders (A): Gerald Lathbury, Sidney Kirkman
- Commanders (B): Richard Heidrich, Carlo Gotti
- Casualties: approx. 141 dead
168 missing or wounded
11 Dakotas
1 Albemarle
5 Waco glidersUnknown
- Outcome: British victory
Initial operational failure
Bridge captured with advancing Eighth Army
- Coordinates: 37.399°, 15.065°
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Wikipedia article on Operation Fustian · Wikidata entry
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