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At 0015 hours on 29th July 1944, the newly formed "Land Forces Adriatic"
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At 0015 hours on 29th July 1944, the newly formed "Land Forces Adriatic"
At 0015 hours on 29th July 1944, the newly formed " Land Forces Adriatic" made an unopposed landing in a bay some two miles south of the village of Spilje, Albania, on which a German garrison was based.
This was the Forces first major operation and the first time in this war that British troops landed and fought in Albania. They were aided by two destroyers of the Royal Navy which bombarded the enemy positions. Partisan forces by pre-arrangement took part in the operation.
At 0600 the Commandos went in while troops held the beach-head. At 1200 hours, when The force withdrew, the
German garrison had been virtually wiped out
and contact made with the partisans.
The whole of the Balkan Air Force provided air cover and by bombing roads, prevented larger German garrisons north and south of Spilje joining the battle.
Photo shows: Three men give covering fire over the valley across to the ridge opposite, along which men are advancing. Left to right: Gunner red Shearman of Fairview, New Hythe, Maidstone, Kent, Corporal Dalwyn Bancroft of Balenavon, Monmouthsire, Wales (with telescopic sights) and Lance Corporal John Anchor of 138 Cambridge Road, Malden, Essex - all commandos.
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At 0015 hours on 29th July 1944, the newly formed "Land Forces Adriatic" embarked on a historic mission. In this photo print, we witness the moment when British troops made an unopposed landing in a bay near Spilje, Albania. The village served as a stronghold for a German garrison that would soon face its demise. Accompanied by two Royal Navy destroyers bombarding enemy positions, these brave soldiers marked their first major operation and introduced British forces into the Albanian theater of war. With pre-arranged assistance from partisan forces, they were determined to achieve victory. As dawn broke at 0600 hours, commandos fearlessly advanced while fellow troops held the beach-head. This coordinated effort proved successful as they relentlessly fought against the German garrison throughout the day. By noon, when withdrawal was ordered, it became evident that victory was within reach – with most of the enemy virtually wiped out and contact established with local partisans. The Balkan Air Force played a crucial role in this triumph by providing air cover and strategically bombing roads to prevent reinforcements from joining the battle. Amidst this intense conflict lies our featured image: three courageous men giving covering fire over a valley while others advance along an opposing ridge. Let us remember Gunner Red Shearman from Fairview, New Hythe; Corporal Dalwyn Bancroft from Balenavon, Monmouthshire; and Lance Corporal John Anchor from Malden Essex - all valiant commandos who exemplify bravery and dedication during this pivotal moment in history.
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