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The Dunkirk Evacuation Quiz

Test your knowledge on one of World War II's most remarkable events, the Dunkirk evacuation. Dive into questions that cover the timeline, key players, and significant vessels involved in this pivotal moment in history.

Whether you're a history buff or just curious about military operations, this quiz will challenge and educate you.

16 Engaging Questions
Multiple Choice Format
Learn about Dunkirk's significance

16 Questions4 MinutesCreated by EvacuatingEagle24

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1. What period did the miracle of Dunkirk take place?

29 May to 4th June 1942

26 May to 4th June 1940

26 June to 4th July 1940

2. What was the name of the group of British troops that needed the evacuation?

British Expeditionary Force or BEF

The Household Cavalry

The Commandoes

3. How long had Churchill been Prime Minister when the evacuation started?

25 Days

16 Days

One Month

4. To the nearest 10,000 how many troops were rescued?

350,000

338,000

322,000

5. Who was the man responsible for planning the evacuation?

Sixth Viscount Gort

Herman Goring

Vice Admiral Bertrum Ramsay

6. To what is the sand applied to create the matte effect on the coin?

The coin

The die

The capsule

7. What is so special about the sand that is being used?

It has come directly from Dunkirk beach

Its 22ct sand

Special hand made sand for use with coins

8. What was the operation called that Churchill ordered to get the men back to the UK?

Operation Evacuation

Operation Dunkirk

Operation Dynamo

9. The vessel on the quarter sovereign was used to rescue how many troops?

2,700

6,400

9,500

10. What vessel appears on the half sovereign?

HMS Ronald

HMS Malcolm

HMS Reginald

11. What is the name of the lifeboat that appears in the series?

Adby Beauclerk

Sundowner

Mona's Isle

12. What is the mintage of the half sovereign?

1940

2020

1945

13. What is the mintage of the £50 sovereign?

What kind of vessel was PS Whippingham that appears on the sovereign?

Power Steamer

Power Ship

Paddle Steamer

What four main nationalities of troops were trapped on Dunkirk beach?

British, French, Canadian, Belgium

British, Irish, French, Belgium

British, French, Dutch, Irish

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