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	Maleme 20 May
		The airfield at Maleme was the main target for the first wave of the attack on the morning of the 20th May, 1941.
		The parachutists who dropped east of Maleme, in the area of 23rd Battalion, met stiff opposition as they had not expected troops to be there, while those who dropped west of the Tavronitis or on the Aghya Plain had the chance to form up into their fighting units.
		Given the importance of the airfield at Maleme to the defence of Crete, Hargest's reaction to events is one of the puzzles of the whole battle, and a large factor in its outcome.
	home.freeuk.com /johndillon/maleme_20_may.htm (4110 words)

	Maleme - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Maleme (Greek Μάλεμε) is a town and airport 16km to the west of Chania, in North Western Crete, Greece.
		Maleme is best known as the place where German paratroopers first attacked Crete in 1941, at the start of the Battle of Crete (Operation Mercury) of World War II.
		There is an Royal Air Force (RAF) Memorial to the airmen of 30 and 33 Squadrons who died during the battle.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Maleme (242 words)

	Battle of Crete
		At Maleme, the parachute troops jumped into strong enemy fire from infantry weapons, emplaced in positions built into the hills south of the airfield.
		One battalion of the assault regiment landed too far to the east among olive groves and vineyards near Maleme and was greeted by murderous machine gun and heavy weapons fire.
		The most favourable reports came from Maleme, where the defenders were falling back from Hill 107 and their perimeter defences around the airfield, which, however, was still under British artillery fire.
	www.explorecrete.com /preveli/battle-of-crete.html (3030 words)

	German Operations in Crete
		Early on the morning of May 20, waves of dive bombers and low flying fighter planes subjected the Maleme, Canea, and Suda Bay areas to the heaviest bombing and strafing attacks yet experienced by the seasoned troops manning the defenses.
		The most favorable reports came from Maleme, where the defenders were falling back from Hill 107 and their perimeter defenses around the airfield that, however, was still under British artillery fire.
		Four companies of parachute troops were formed at Maleme and dropped in the vicinity of the Heraklion pocket west of the town.
	amh.freehosting.net /crete.html (2392 words)

	Maleme - Holiday Rental Properties, Villas & Apartments, Rent Property in Maleme
		Maleme is best known as the place where German paratroopers attacked Crete in 1941.
		Maleme is found towards the west end of the north coast (10 mls W of Chania, 20 mls W of Chania airport).
		It is on a level road hugging the coastline, with gently rising fertile hills behind planted with olive and orange trees.
	www.theholidayexperience.com /client/z_maleme.php (334 words)

	Retaking Maleme (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		Yesterday morning, 20 May 1941, at the start of the German invasion of Crete, 20th (South Island) Battalion was posted north of Galatas guarding the approaches to Suda bay and acting as divisional reserve.
		We were to prepare for immediate replacement of our position by an Aussi battalion and take their trucks and drive down and storm Maleme airfield during the night while Herman's air boys were having their beauty sleep.
		The key to the defense of the island was Maleme airfield to prevent Jerry bringing in reinforcements.
	www.warlords.org.nz /article_maleme.htm (1196 words)

	Kreta
		Troops of the Luftlande-Sturmregiment were to be landed by parachute drop at Maleme airfield-in the wake of 3.
		General Freyberg disposed his ground forces with a view to preventing airborne landings on the three airfields at Maleme, Retimo, and Heraklion; and seaborne landings in Suda Bay and along the adjacent beaches.
		It was decided that the foot-hold perimeter near Maleme was the one position that could be exploited.
	www.gebirgsjaeger.4mg.com /kreta.htm (4552 words)

	The Battle: Day 1-3 - The Battle for Crete - NZHistory.net.nz (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		On the morning of 20 May the battalion was disposed along the road at right angles to the coast to the east of Maleme airfield and thus to the east of 22 Battalion.
		Although Hargest felt that it was too late, it must be remembered that Maleme was now the vital point for the defence of the island and to cancel the attack would have meant that there was nothing to stop the Germans from sending in reinforcements the next day and perhaps breaking through the front.
		By the middle of the afternoon it had become clear that the attacking battalions had not established themselves on their objectives and Freyberg realised that the Germans were pouring in reinforcements and materiel.
	www.nzhistory.net.nz /war/460 (6529 words)

	Salt Lake City Weekly - Dead Reckoning (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		But at Maleme, the fighting was ferociousâ”men and women attacked Germans with pitchforks, shovels, rocks, whatever they had and held their ground until superior German forces succeeded.
		With Malemeâs captured airfield, it was only a matter of time before Crete fell, but it would come at a heavy price for the Germans.
		On the hills above that Maleme airfield, not far from the new hotels and the swimming pools, lie the remains of 4,700 German soldiers who died on Crete between 1941 and 1945.
	www.slweekly.com /editorial/2005/private_2005-06-30.cfm (1421 words)

	Maleme, Crete, Greece
		The area of Maleme is not very built up at all and still pretty quiet.
		Most of those young men lost their life in the attack and are laid to rest in the German war cemetery.
		It is a moving place located on the hills above Maleme and a place well worth a visit to ponder human stupidity.
	www.west-crete.info /maleme.htm (175 words)

	Greece property for sale — Crete properties & Greek Islands
		The buildings are 300 sqm on a plot of 330 sqm, and are 1000 m from the sea and 15 km from Chania.
		Platanias and Maleme are close by, and public transport is only 200m away, allowing easy access to Chania (16km away) and its nightlife.
		These properties for sale in Maleme (Platanias), Crete are 17km west of Chania and are on the beach.
	www.apropertyingreece.com /breakdown_Rent.asp?gbs=26 (937 words)

	22 - 28th May
		Ramke and the rest of his men made their landings in the late afternoon and early evening, and as with all the other drops and landings, many died before they had any chance to be effective.
		Owing to severe bombing and heavy casualties one battalion withdrew from the defences in the immediate vicinity of Maleme aerodrome during the night of 20-21 May. Early in the day we still commanded the landing area with machine-gun, trench mortar, and artillery fire.
		Although the enemy is making his main effort between Maleme and Suda there is still a danger of sea or airborne landings at Retimo and Heraklion which cannot therefore be altogether denuded of garrison even were the road open to reinforce Suda.
	home.freeuk.net /johndillon/new_page_1.htm (3880 words)

	Information about Maleme at Chania, Crete (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		A further five minutes walk brings you to the beach and the wonderful view of Chania Bay, with the deserted Rodopou peninsula to the west, and Chania and the Akrotiri peninsula to the east.
		Maleme is a large village with many choices of tavernas and quality shops.
		Chania itself is the main town of the county, clearly divided between a modern bustling centre and an intimate atmosphere contained in the old quarter beside the port.
	www.villa-iason.gr /Maleme.htm (258 words)

	Maleme, Accommodation and Hotels in Maleme, Car hire in Maleme, Car rental - Crete TOURnet
		Maleme is about 16km from Chania along the Chania - Kastelli road.
		Near the village of Maleme there is the German World War II Cemetery, a Minoan tomb, and a Byzantine church.
		This is not my first year in crete near 6 year this town Maleme is fantastic not so many turist so you have space here.
	www.crete.tournet.gr /MainArea.jdp?ID=0000022 (150 words)

	Kreta-net: Travel guide - Maleme
		In the west part of Crete and with less tourists than in Platanias and Agia Marina, is located the village of Maleme.
		Maleme was where the old airport of Chania, which has now been abandoned, was situated.
		North of the village, at a place called Kafkalos, a vaulted late Minoan tomb, which had been plundered and only contained some potsherds and two sealstones, was discovered.
	www.kreta-net.com /travelguide/maleme_en.htm (104 words)

	Holiday Truths - Maleme resort guides, reports and Maleme discussion forum (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		The resort was again very clean, not loads of shops but a few for those holiday nik naks plus a scattering of tavernas and very friendly people, pebbly beach but very clean and clear waters with plenty of water sports to try.
		Maleme where the hotel is very small infact I think tere was only our hotel a shop and a petrol station.
		The resort of Maleme is a bit remote, the beach isn't very big and is a pebble one.
	www.holiday-truth.com /resort_review_details.php?resort=Maleme (1166 words)

	Vacation guest house with swimming pool in Maleme Platanias Crete Greece holidays rentals
		Conveniently located on the edge of the historical sea side village of Maleme, Summer Lodge, an attractive, family run vacation lodging is a fine example of traditional Greek architecture.
		Only 5 Kms from the centre of Platanias and 16 Kms west of Hania town, is the ideal starting point for the visitors requiring a wide variety of sandy beaches, water sport activities, peaceful countryside walks, or interesting visits in archaeological and historical sites.
		Maleme - Platanias - Hania - Crete (Greece)
	www.vacation-key.com /location_1609.html (181 words)

	Mike Hotel and Apartments in Maleme Crete
		Although not a huge amount to do in Maleme itself, Mikes apartments are ideally situated to be able to travel either on your own steam or by using the various excellent local transport services.
		The hotel and apartments will be mostly filled with folks who have been before at some time or another - such is the pull of the place and the wonderful family who own and run the establishment.
		If you would like anymore info from myself dont hesitate to contact me on lord.mike@virgin.net, i also have many pictures of the surrounding locations which im sure will tempt you to try this location.
	www.explorecrete.com /reviews/hotels/maleme-mike.htm (385 words)

	Holidays in Maleme, Crete. Villa holidays with pools in the Greek Islands (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		Today the countryside is dominated by sweet smelling orange groves and whispering plantations of tall bamboo which fringe the mile upon mile of almost deserted pebbly beaches, punctuated by the occasional cosmopolitan hotel
		Maleme has a good choice of tavernas, and a fairly large supermarket and although the village has undoubtedly grown in recent years, it still retains a pleasingly unsophisticated air and if you explore a little, you’ll soon find the local baker and a real Greek butcher’s shop!
		For a little more action the bustling village of Platanyas is just under 4km away but if you prefer a slower pace of life and a rather more tranquil atmosphere, there are several sleepy villages located just inland.
	www.freelance-holidays.co.uk /crete/maleme/maleme.php (214 words)

	Maleme \| NZETC
		The outlook from 21 Battalion positions south of Maleme
		Vineyard on the coastal area between Platanias and Maleme
		MALEME, Intended and Actual Landing Areas of Assault Regiment, 20 May
	www.nzetc.org /tm/scholarly/name-004213.html (277 words)

	Eria Resort - Accessible travel in Crete - Maleme, Chania, Crete - Greece (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		Eria Resort - Accessible travel in Crete - Maleme, Chania, Crete - Greece
		The resort is near the village of Maleme, in the northwest of the Chania prefecture.
		The pure blue sea of Maleme is just 200 meters from the resort.
	www.eria-resort.gr /directions_en.shtml (84 words)

	Holiday Villa - Crete, Greece - Rent Villas Maleme, Chania
		Two newly built detached villas with the beach just 100 metres away.
		Each villa has its own private pool and offers 3 bedrooms to accommodate up to 6 persons.
		Maleme is situated on the coast 17 kms west of Chania centre.
	www.amazingcrete.com /villa_maleme.htm (392 words)

	Greece
		All lodgings, bed and breakfast or guest house accomodation near Maleme, Greece and the surrounding area can be viewed without obligation.
		Your credit card is not debited until you finish your stay at the hotel's accommodation.
		Mike?s Studios & Apartments are situated on the beach in the village of Maleme, 17 kilometres west of Chania.
	www.euro-stay.com /Maleme-hotels.htm (177 words)

	Maleme Hotels: Read Maleme Hotel Reviews and Compare Prices - TripAdvisor
		Be the first to create a Maleme goList.
		Maleme Mare Apartments (4 replies, 12:43 pm, August 15, 2006)
		TripAdvisor™ provides unbiased reviews, articles, recommendations and opinions on hotels in Maleme, including Maleme resorts, inns and B&Bs.
	www.tripadvisor.com /Hotels-g189419-Maleme_Crete-Hotels.html (428 words)

	Hotels in Máleme, Greece
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		Mike’s Studios and Apartments are situated on the beach in the village of Maleme, 17 kilometres west of Chania.
		Family run vacation lodging ideal for relaxing holidays by the beach in western Crete.
	bookings.net /city/gr/maleme.en.html (251 words)

	Maleme, Maleme holiday, all inclusive Maleme (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		Development straddles the main coast road for 1¾ mls.
		Maleme's chief claim to fame is that it was the starting point for the German invasion of Crete in 1941, mainly owing to its airbase, which still exists.
		The nearest village with any significant number of shops and restaurants is Platanias, 2½ mls E. Suitability
	www.worldwidetraveldirect.com /destination-guides/Greece/Crete/Maleme (339 words)

	CHANIA, Kolymbari, Gonia monastery, Kastelli, Falasarna, Gramvousa
		North of the village, at a place called
		Maleme today is a modern tourist village providing accommodation for visitors.
		One kilometre from Maleme is the German military cemetery.
	www.4crete.gr /creteguide/en_hania3.htm (452 words)

	Maleme Mare Hotel
		Maleme Mare Beach Resort Hotel welcomes you to Chania, the most significant town in the Mediterranean, the town of jasmine, the lordship of the east, as has been discovered...
		In Crete's wild nature is immense at the seas, surrounded with high peaked mountains bare, snowed which seem to blend with the blue sky, making shades of green and blue together.
		MALEME MARE BEACH RESORT HOTEL-- Maleme - Chania, Crete
	www.maleme-mare.gr /eng/index.htm (78 words)

	Welcome to Villa Iason, Maleme, Chania, Crete (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		Your hosts are Michael and Clary, a charming and cultured couple from Chania who together run the town’s most successful dental practice.
		To reward themselves for their success, Michael and Clary have built their dream family home in substantial grounds just outside Maleme, which has since become the talk of the town in this unpretentious coastal village.
		They also created some equally impressive guest accommodation, not so much for economic reasons as for the fact that both enjoy stimulating company and conviviality.
	www.villa-iason.gr (170 words)

	Vacation rental Maleme, Vacation House Maleme, Chania (Crete) - Vacation House Maleme Villa (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		Vacation rental Maleme, Vacation House Maleme, Chania (Crete) - Vacation House Maleme Villa
		Situated on a 700qm property just a few steps from the beach, Maleme villa has 150sq.m of space and is equipped with a large swimming pool.The two-floor villa enjoys sweeping views over the Cretan Sea from all the rooms.It is characteized bz a modern lucid architerctural style with discretion toward the environment.
		Maleme is a historical village in the northern coast of Chania.It is a ideal place for those who wish to relax and enjoy a seaside vacation.
	www.vacation-apartments.com /6168.htm (231 words)

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