Royan pocket (1945 AD)

Royan pocket took place in 1945 AD during World War II.

Battle facts

Year: 1945 AD
Date: 1945-04-20
Era: Contemporary
Conflict: World War II
Commanders (A): Hartwig Pohlmann, Hans Michahelles
Commanders (B): Edgard de Larminat, Henri Adeline, Jean de Milleret
Casualties: approx. circa 1,000 killed 800 wounded 8,000 taken prisoner364 killed 1,560 wounded 13 missing (attack from 13 until 20 April) 1,500 civilians killed
Outcome: Allied victory
Coordinates: 45.620°, -1.030°