Battle for Caen

June 6 – August 6, 1944 · Caen

Result Allied victory

British and Canadian forces fought for the city of Caen in Normandy. The long battle tied down German armour and helped the American breakout further west.

Allies

Axis

Strength and losses

Casualties
c. 50,539
Tanks lost
450
Casualties
50,000–60,000
Tanks lost
550

Battles 8