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Discover the tactical precision of D-Day+8 as the 4th Infantry Division orchestrated a masterful three-pronged assault on Montebourg's strategic ridgeline. This gripping operational account reveals how coordinated artillery, tank support, and aerial bombardment culminated in victory, showcasing the military brilliance that helped secure Normandy's liberation.
Operational history of the 4th Infantry Division in the attack on Montebourg, D Plus 8.
Orders were for the 22nd Inf to capture the Quineville ridge then move east and take Quineville. The scheme of maneuver of the 22nd Inf was for the 3rd and 1st battalions to attack north and take the hilltop in front of them while the 2nd Bn attacked east and captured the western crest. After seisure of the ridge 3rd Bn was to take Quineville. The attack was launched about 1100 after an artillery perparation and under cover of tank fire from the ridge to the south. All three hills were occupied shortly after noon.
Shortly after 1300 Quineville was bombarded by 36 A20's. It was a beautiful example of accurate aerial bombsardment. At 1600 elements of the 39th Inf moved into Quineville from the west and captured the town after a short fight.
Official Document of the 4th Infantry Division. Source U.S. National Archives
