What does the cryptic crossword clue "Area by border invaded by servicemen in WWII battle (6)" mean?

The definition is "battle". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (synonym="abbreviation for area") + RN (synonym="abbreviation for Royal Navy = servicemen") + HEM (synonym="border of a garment") = ARNHEM; definition: "WWII battle" The answer is ARNHEM.

Area by border invaded by servicemen in WWII battle (6)

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