The 5th Canadian Infantry Brigade and the Battle of Walcheren Causeway 1944

[@davidlavigne207]

This was one of Brad St. Croix's finest presentations. Everyone seemed impressed with his detailed knowledge and research. The maps, paintings and photos were used to complete the story as to almost take us back in time to be there. One trait of a good presenter is how they bring one to want to learn more. I'm sure that many in the sidebar will be looking into many facts presented either online, or through a trip to the bookstore, or the library. I know that I'll be doing so. Thanks to the many great comments and questions from WW2TV and the sidebar warriors.

[@OTDMilitaryHistory]

Thanks so much!

[@davidlavigne207]

@@OTDMilitaryHistory It was fabulous Brad. Your skill as a historian showed through at all levels. Looking forward to more on your channel soon.

[@OTDMilitaryHistory]

Thanks for having me on again Woody! As always, I enjoyed it.

[@mikeg9969]

Can you recommend any good books about the Battle of the Scheldt Brad ?

[@OTDMilitaryHistory]

@@mikeg9969 The Scheldt section of the official history is good. Mark Zuehlke's book Terrible Victory is pretty good.

[@mikeg9969]

@@OTDMilitaryHistory. Would Terry Copp's work on the Scheldt still be relevant?

[@OTDMilitaryHistory]

@ Yup 👍 His book on the 5th Brigade and First Canadian Army are two of my mainstays.

[@georgecooksey8216]

Thank you Paul and Brad for an excellent presentation and discussion.

[@jimwalsh1958space]

Great presentation by brad. His world reknowned expert knowlege of canadian forces of ww2 is a real gift. Thank you .

[@maikelvane5185]

Learning and learning. Need time to visit all the locations. And theres a lot ‘undiscovered’ material to find out about. Thanks again. It isnt just d-day and poof we’re in the bulge.

[@raymondbristow4007]

A good video to follow up with is, "The Truth Behind Life As A Sniper In WWII | Black Watch Snipers", see the aspect from Veterans, a mix of actors and advanced aged Veterans.

[@cameronsimpson-ld8nk]

Simply brilliant Paul and Brad. Such a fascinating area of study.

[@iant2215]

Very good presentation on a subject I knew nothing about. Brad research as always is in depth and explains it well, definitely worth watching.

[@JuleyC]

Great show Brad! I learned a lot especially when adding this to all the info on your channel you have put up regarding this very important element of the Scheldt battles.

[@abrahamoyevaar2226]

As Salaam Brad and Woody. Thank you for enlightening me with this campaign. This week ive learnt so much. BTW nice to see you again Brad. Thsnks again lads.

[@mikemerritt1443]

Great presentation Brad and Woody. As a Canadian. great to have access to the Canadian records..

[@KrisV385]

Nice job! thanks Woody

[@standyl2268]

It is always a joy to see Woody and Brad together brilliantly presenting some WWII history, especially history that I'm unfamiliar with. If my income ever increases, I'd like to become a patron of Brad's channel too. He, like Woody, bends over backwards to get facts right, or as right as historical evidence allows, given complex narratives and situations.😊

[@johnlucas8479]

Woody excellent presentation by Brad

[@WW2TV]

Glad you liked it!

[@dermotrooney9584]

Great show Brad n Woody. That post-op report is a cracker. (And Brad shares it with his Patreon supporters along loads of other rare material.) 🌟

[@richardbinkhuysen5224]

Previous this was the major escape route for German 15th Army from Flushing to Woensdrecht, that why it was a RAF target.

[@LeftCoastStephen]

Great show as usual! One thought on the lack of a flanking attack. Were there enough Buffalo or were they all being used by the Brits on the other side of the island? I thought the Typhoon attack went completely according to plan. Do no damage but scare them away nevertheless. 😉

[@richardbinkhuysen5224]

The Dutch are masters in defense or offensive polderwarfare and defense systems like floodlands for centuries. The Germans expanded the existing systems exponentional.

[@djpenton779]

When I was much younger I often saw reference to "British troops" landing on Juno Beach. I recently skimmed through a fairly recent history of WWII in Europe by a British author. I could find no reference of any kind to the Canadian army. The reasons for this should be obvious: national arrogance.

[@WW2TV]

Which book?

[@djpenton779]

@WW2TV I borrowed it from a family member & forget the author. I'll find it and post when I can.

[@djpenton779]

@WW2TV I borrowed it from a family member & forget the author. I'll find it and post when I can.

[@WW2TV]

Okay, because I find it hard to believe there is a book on the ETO that doesn't mention the Canadians

[@djpenton779]

@@WW2TV it's my dad's book . He is a retired historian and complained about the book in this regard. I borrowed the book and perused it quickly, and Dad seemed to be correct. I'll see if he still has it. Of course I'll retract if I just misread.