Operation Sutton

Operation Sutton was an Allied military campaign during World War II in 1944 to capture the port of Dieppe in France. Its main goal was to secure the area for future operations in Western Europe, ensuring a vital supply route for troops and equipment. Although the attack faced strong German defenses, the operation provided valuable lessons for future amphibious assaults, including the Normandy invasion. In essence, Operation Sutton was a strategic effort to establish a foothold in France and improve Allied combat techniques for subsequent major landings.