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History
The 6th Parachute Division (German: 6. Fallschirmjäger-Division) was a Fallschirmjäger (airborne) division of the German military during the Second World War, active from 1944 to 1945.
The division was formed officially in France in June 1944, commanded by Rüdiger von Heyking. Many members of the division would be the final cadre to receive parachute training.
The division was sent into combat in Normandy in Kampfgruppe strength only. By July the 17th and 18th regiments had taken heavy losses in both men and materials. The surviving members were withdrawn to the Netherlands to rebuild, and saw combat there later in the year, particularly during Operation Pheasant. In early 1945, it fought in the Battle of the Reichswald, and surrendered to Allied forces in May.
The division was formed officially in France in June 1944, commanded by Rüdiger von Heyking. Many members of the division would be the final cadre to receive parachute training.
The division was sent into combat in Normandy in Kampfgruppe strength only. By July the 17th and 18th regiments had taken heavy losses in both men and materials. The surviving members were withdrawn to the Netherlands to rebuild, and saw combat there later in the year, particularly during Operation Pheasant. In early 1945, it fought in the Battle of the Reichswald, and surrendered to Allied forces in May.
Featured Missions
| Campaign | Mission |
|---|---|
| Operation Overlord | Utah Beach |