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What happened to Miles Dempsey in 1944?
The Second Army was the main British force involved in the landings, making successful assaults at Gold, Juno and Sword beaches on 6 June 1944.
Are there any other interesting aspects about this article?
Miles Dempsey was awarded the Distinguished Service Order in July 1940.
Did Miles Dempsey have any failures?
Second Army's XXX Corps took part in Operation Market Garden, the failed attempt to secure an early crossing of the River Rhine, which Miles Dempsey believed could not succeed.
Was Miles Dempsey ever awarded with anything?
Following attacks near Miraumont and then Oppy, Lance Corporal James Welch was awarded the Victoria Cross.

Question: What happened in 1945?
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