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This new unique terrain is a detailed representation of the actual terrain in Mortain at 1:1 scale where {{Link|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_L%C3%BCttich|Operation Lüttich}} took place. | This new unique terrain is a detailed representation of the actual terrain in Mortain at 1:1 scale where {{Link|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_L%C3%BCttich|Operation Lüttich}} took place. | ||
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* Only 26 scarecrows remain to guard Mortain's crop fields. | * Only 26 scarecrows remain to guard Mortain's crop fields. | ||
* The Cambremont mine, present on the terrain, sheltered French civilians during the Battle of Mortain. | * The Cambremont mine, present on the terrain, sheltered French civilians during the Battle of Mortain. | ||
= Statistics = | = Statistics = | ||
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! Size | |||
| 8 km x 8 km | |||
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! Area | |||
| 64 km<sup>2</sup> | |||
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! Coordinates | |||
0°56′23″ West | | 48°38′55″ North<br>0°56′23″ West | ||
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! Object Count | |||
{{Columns| | | 729215 split as below: | ||
{{Columns|4| | |||
* BUILDING: 759 | * BUILDING: 759 | ||
* BUNKER: 597 | * BUNKER: 597 | ||
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= Gallery = | = Gallery = | ||
<gallery mode="slideshow" showthumbnails> | <gallery mode="slideshow" showthumbnails> | ||
spe_mortain_preview_6.jpg | spe_mortain_preview_6.jpg | ||
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= High Resolution Map = | = High Resolution Map = | ||
A high resolution | |||
A high resolution SVG file can be downloaded {{Link|https://1drv.ms/u/s!AvgETyKiA6bQtvgS8zjrKLKRCGPRcg?e{{=}}zowHrv|here}} | |||
[[Category: Spearhead 1944]] | [[Category: Spearhead 1944]] | ||
Revision as of 21:47, 8 August 2024
Mortain is an Arma 3 terrain, released on the 6th August 2024 as a part of the Spearhead 1944 CDLC.
This new unique terrain is a detailed representation of the actual terrain in Mortain at 1:1 scale where Operation Lüttich took place.
Random Facts
- Intricate fortifications and trenches can be found at the three tallest hilltops surrounding Mortain.
- Mortain is known for its delicious 'Fromage de Mortain' cheese, a soft cheese made from cow's milk and a favorite among cheese enthusiasts.
- The combined length of rivers and streams across Mortain totals just over 10 kilometers.
- The Abbaye Blanche was founded in the 12th century, specifically in 1132, by Robert of Arbrissel, a notable figure in medieval France known for his role in the founding of several religious communities and monasteries.
- There are six waterways across Mortain, though some are only streams, and others have branches that merge further downstream.
- The German plan, known as Operation Lüttich, aimed to launch a counterattack and cut off the Allied forces advancing in Normandy by capturing Mortain and continuing to Avranches.
- Over 10 fortified farmsteads are found throughout the Mortain terrain.
- Interesting portraits of local saints can be found inside the Collégiale Saint Evroult, also known as the Church of Mortain.
- The coordinates for the Mortain terrain are 48° 38' 56.8" N, 0° 56' 18.1" W
- The Church of Mortain was founded in 1082 by Robert the Count of Mortain, half-brother of William the Conqueror, who was Duke of Normandy and King of England.
- A total of 37 bridges across Mortain allow the crossing of its rivers and streams safely.
- In 1204, the Church of Mortain was partially destroyed by a fire during the conquest of Normandy by Philippe Auguste. It was rebuilt in 1216 when the county of Mortain was transferred to Philippe Hurepel, the king's son.
- An estimated 690 local cows have been caught in the crossfire during the fighting across Mortain.
- The Mortain cemetery holds the graves of eighteen Belgian soldiers who died during the First World War.
- Only 26 scarecrows remain to guard Mortain's crop fields.
- The Cambremont mine, present on the terrain, sheltered French civilians during the Battle of Mortain.
Statistics
| Size | 8 km x 8 km |
|---|---|
| Area | 64 km2 |
| Coordinates | 48°38′55″ North 0°56′23″ West |
| Object Count | 729215 split as below:
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Gallery
High Resolution Map
A high resolution SVG file can be downloaded here