A gap was also made in the German defences.

As the battle continued the German defences started to fall apart.

However, by then, the German defences at the 2nd line were strengthened and proved impregnable.

The attack was a great success and showed that the German defences could no longer stop well-prepared attacks made in good weather.

Two of the bombers were shot down by the German anti-aircraft defences.

To break through the German defences a carefully prepared and coordinated offensive would be required.

The German defences held fire until the assault craft made for the shore.

Strong German defences in this area, developed over the course of more than two years, gave the British extremely hard going.

He decided to send in wave after wave against the German defences.

This is because they were up against a large and modern German defence.