272nd Infantry Division (Germany)
The 272nd Infantry Division was a Type 1944 infantry division of the German Wehrmacht during World War II, that was originally formed in December 1943. The division fought in many of the major battles throughout Operation Overlord, culminating in the Retreat from Northern France and the Low Countries in late August/early September 1944.
Read more about 272nd Infantry Division (Germany): Unit Origins, Divisional Organization, Division Commanders, The 272nd Infantry Division During The Battle of Caen, July - August 1944
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