Chef-du-Pont

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During World War 2, as part of the opening phase of Operation Overlord, due to the crossing point on the Merderet River, Chef-du-Pont was a priority objective of the Allies.[2] The objective was part of the 82nd Airborne Mission Boston parachute assault.

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