A Failure of Coalition Leadership: The Falaise-Argentan Gap

Abstract

This paper describes the roles, missions, and command relationships of four significant personalities (Generals Eisenhower and Montgomery and Lieutenant Generals Bradley and Patton) of the Allied military coalition prior to and during the Allied breakout from the Normandy peninsula. Specific personalities and personal characteristics that affected coalition relationships are described. The paper discusses the strategic and operational advantages of both sides as of August 1, 1944 and gives a brief overview of the actual battle. Specific leadership failures and analysis of those failures and the strategic consequences are described in detail.

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 09, 2002
Accession Number
ADA404190

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