Operation Candytuft
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During World War II, Operation Candytuft was a British raid by 2nd Special Air Service launched on 27 October 1943.
Description
Inserted by boat on Italy's east coast between Ancona and Pescara, the troopers were to destroy railway bridges and disrupt rear areas.[1] The team lost two soldiers, who were captured during the six-day mission.
See also
- Operation Saxifrage, run at the same time as Operation Candytuft
References
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