In May 1940, the British Army had been fighting in support of the French against the German invaders of France. British forces were cut off from the other forces near the port of Dunkirk, and were in danger of being killed/ captured. The Prime Minister, Winston Churchill, ordered any available ship to pick up the forces at Dunkirk. Over 900 small boats responded, and rescued 338,226 soldiers. Churchill later called this "The miracle at Dunkirk".
Operation Dynamo, or the Miracle of Dunkirk occurred between May and June 1940
The Miracle at Dunkirk, which took place during World War II in 1940, resulted in the successful evacuation of over 330,000 Allied troops from the beaches of Dunkirk, France, despite being surrounded by German forces. This event boosted British morale and solidarity, demonstrating resilience in the face of adversity. It also allowed the Allies to regroup and reorganize their efforts, ultimately contributing to their eventual victory in the war. Additionally, the successful evacuation inspired the "Dunkirk Spirit," symbolizing determination and unity in challenging times.
Dunkirk started on 24th May 1940 and ended on 4th June 1940.
The evacuation of 338,000 Allied troops from the beaches of Dunkirk from 28 May until 4 June 1940
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Operation Dynamo, or the Miracle of Dunkirk occurred between May and June 1940
Dunkirk, May-June 1940.
Dunkirk started on 24th May 1940 and ended on 4th June 1940.
Operation Dynamo (May 24 to June 4, 1940)Operation Dynamo, also informally referred to as the Miracle at Dunkirk.
The evacuation of 338,000 Allied troops from the beaches of Dunkirk from 28 May until 4 June 1940
The Battle of Dunkirk started on May 26, 1940 and was over June 4, 1940.
Dunkirk was the place in France from which about 340.000 British and French troops were evacuated to England after fleeing the advancing German army. It wasn't really a 'battle' as such, but you could call it a rearguard action. the british at the time called it 'The Miracle of Dunkirk' in that so many men were snatched from being prisoners of war.
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June 4th 1940
Dunkirk, June 1940
May 26th 1940
The evacuation of nearly 340000 Allied troops from the beaches at Dunkirk took place between 26th May 1940 and 4th June 1940.