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The 20th century witnessed some of the worst military disasters ever in history during the two World Wars and other conflicts. Here is the list of ten worst military disasters in the 20th century based on the reported casualties.
From the Battle of Kolubara to Tet Offensive, these are 10 of deadliest 20th century battles - resulting in some of the worst military disasters ever recorded.
The Operation Market Garden is one of the biggest airborne operations in the history.
Cant understand how "market garden " is included , other than it was a clusterf##k. Any of the Ypres battles produced far more casualties, not to mention Verdun or the many other bloodbaths.
Plus no mention of Okinawa, Iwo Jima, Imphal......
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