On 22 September 1944, during the crossing of key canals in the Netherlands, Bratland led a platoon attack near Asten, for which he was awarded the Military Cross. When approaching Germany, he headed a company. However he was gravely injured on 5 April 1945, and remained hospitalized until the war's end.
On September 22, 1944, during the crossing of key canals in the Netherlands, Bratland led a platoon attack near Asten, earning him the Military Cross. Later, as he approached Germany, he commanded a company. However, on April 5, 1945, he was seriously injured and remained hospitalized until the war's end.