Reasons for the Raid
What was the REAL main reason for the raid?
to get the 4th enigma
What was the day the raid started?
August 19th 1942
what was the casualty rate?
65-70%
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200
How late were the paratroopers?
10-15 minutes
Why did they attack?
The Soviet Union wanted to open another western front
Where did the raid take place?
Pebble Beach
How many Canadians returned?
approx. 2000
Why was the Failure of Dieppe studied very carefully
So they wouldn't make the same mistake again.
How was Canada defeated so easily?
The Germans were ready with there defenses set up. A German convoy saw Canadian ships and warned the Germans on land
Why did they call in Canada?
We had success in vimy ridge, Canadians were eager to get to battle
Another name for the Dieppe Raid?
Operation Jubilee
What happened to the troops that made it over the sea wall?
They were killed or taken prisoner
What country was affected most by this battle?
Canada was affected most they lost the most troops and there reputation was brought down from this battle.
Why was Dieppe a bad place to attack?
Germans had cliff top positions and the rocks on the beach.
What did Canadians intend to do?
Attack the Germans, gain land, intelligence and lives
How many Canadian soldiers were involved in the raid?
5000
How many Canadian casualties were there?
3367
What knowledge was gained during this battle that affected the outcome of World War 2?
Strategy was gained, which was later used during D-day
List 3 reasons the raid was a failure?
communication, lack of support, weather delays, German navy, inadequate equipment,
What did Canada think the Germans would do?
They thought the Germans would leave their resources and back off the land
How long did the battle last?
9 hours
Which battle did the failure of Dieppe provide information for?
Normandy
Why do some believe that Dieppe was necessary?
Without Dieppe some believe that we wouldn't have won on D day
Why did headquarters send back up troops after the first wave failed?
There was a miscommunication and the general thought the first wave made it through safely.