The Allies' rapid advancement caused a dangerous extension of the supply line. In this situation, the key task was to acquire a port capable of accepting large quantities of goods and equipment. Antwerp was still blocked by the Germans, so the choice fell on the Dutch port of Terneuzen.
The first step was to capture Ghent, defended by units guarding the retreat of the German XVth Army on the right bank of the Skalda.

TASK:
Capture Ghent, and carry out further action towards Lokeren and St Niklaas.
