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British and Indian paratroops were dropped near Rangoon
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British and Indian paratroops were dropped near Rangoon
British and Indian paratroops were dropped near Rangoon, capital city of Burma on 1st May 1945 3before the sea and airborne attack on the town and port the next day, The paratroops were followed by forces landed from barges of the Royal Navy. Landings were made on both sides of the river south of the town.
Picture shows: The seaborne invasion force steaming up the Rangoon river for the assault. Fires started
by Allied fighters supporting the attack can be seen burning enemy positions on the river bank.
1st May 1945
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Rangoon
Myanmar
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