Episode 80
WW2: Tank Hero in Battle of Arras
Major-General Eugene Vincent Michael Strickland, known to many as Strick - was a tankman and war hero of France, Italy, and North Africa during World War II. He played a vital role in the Battle of Arras in 1940 and aided in the breach of the Hitler Li...
Warfare · History Hit
August 16, 202153m 21s
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Show Notes
<p>Major-General Eugene Vincent Michael Strickland, known to many as Strick - was a tankman and war hero of France, Italy, and North Africa during World War II. He played a vital role in the Battle of Arras in 1940 and aided in the breach of the Hitler Line in 1944. James is joined by archaeologist and historian Tim Strickland, son of Michael Strickland, to take us through the life, adventures, and achievements of his father.</p><br><p>Tim is the author of 'Strick: Tank Hero of Arras': https://www.casematepublishing.co.uk/strick</p>
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