Allies Victorious In Cherbourg, German Surrender

The transcript describes the intense combat faced by the 79th Infantry divisions, highlighting the presence of snipers and the fierce fighting until the end. It also covers the surrender negotiations involving General von Schlieben and Rear Admiral Hennecke in Cherbourg, with some German soldiers refusing to surrender.

What challenge did the 79th Infantry divisions face as they advanced through the city?

• Friendly fire incidents

• Lack of supplies

• Snipers positioned throughout the city

• Heavy artillery fire

What was the order given to the soldiers, many of whom were young boys?

• To retreat and regroup

• To hold their positions at all costs

• To negotiate a ceasefire

• To fight to the death

Who refused to surrender the Cherbourg Garrison to Major General Joseph Collins?

• Major General Joseph Collins

• General von Schlieben and Rear Admiral Hennecke

• The Allied forces

• The 79th Infantry divisions

What was the role of Major General Joseph Collins in the battle?

• He was the Waddle Canal hero and 7th core commander

• He was a sniper

• He was the commander of the 79th Infantry

• He was a German general

What did the small group of German soldiers do after the main forces were defeated?

• They retreated to Germany

• They joined the Allied forces

• They continued to hold out

• They surrendered immediately