Operation Dragon Rouge operation
also: Red Dragon
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Belgiumcountry · 2Stanleyvilleplace · 2Congocountry · 1Leopoldvilleplace · 1Mike Hoareperson · 1Hakeem Varelaperson · 1
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▶ 31:17
Roldstein happily talked to Hoare and went on the mission. Varela CIA aircraft was crucial in breaking up ambushes and supporting the commandos. With the first B-29 combat mission on August 21st, as Hoare neared Stanleyville, it seemed he w…
▶ 31:47
Late in November, Belgium paratroopers flew in by the U.S. Air Force, captured Stanleyville to free the hostages. The use of special forces had been considered but rejected. More than 2,000 foreign nationals were evacuated to Leopoldville. …