D Day Collection (#5)

Ministry of food mobile kitchen preparing hot food for the troops about to embark on landing craft in the build up to Operation Overlord, there invasion of Europe. Circa June 1944

American servicemen stationed in Dartmouth for the preparation of Operation Overlord, the invasion of Europe, give local children directions to the USA. Circa May 1944

An American propelled gun seen here making its way to its embarkation point, during preparations for Operation Overlord, the invasion of Europe in Dartmouth. Circa May 1944

American vehicles loaded aboard landing ships in the river Dart during preparations for Operation Overlord, the invasion of Europe. Circa May 1944

American troops and equipment are loaded on to LST (Landing ship tank) at Dartmouth during preparation for Operation Overlord, invasion of Europe. Circa late May 1944

A U.s army loadmaster seen here directing load operations of American armour on to a
A U.S army loadmaster seen here directing load operations of American armour on to a landing craft at Dartmouth, during preparations for Operation Overlord, the invasion of Europe. Circa May 1944

American half track armoured cars disembarking from LST (Landing ship tank) at Dartmouth during an exercise in the build up to Operation Overlord, the invasion of Europe. Circa May 1944

Marmoreal erected by U.s army at Slapton Sands, Devon England thanking those who were
Marmoreal erected by U.S army at Slapton Sands, Devon England thanking those who were temporarily dispossessed of homes and farms during the preparations for Operation Overload. Circa May 1944

Bombardment Unit directs Naval gunfire. Picture shows: A view from a ruined power house by the side of Caen Canal showing naval shells bursting in the distance. 26th June 1944

Hamilcar gliders of 6th Air landing Brigade arrive on D2N near Ranville bringing with them the Tetrarch tanks of 6th Airborne armoured reconnaissance regiment. 6th June 1944

Liberation of Europe: British Sappers and French railmen repair damaged Normandy railway. Picture shows: Royal engineers and French railmen laying a fresh track on the railway line between Caen

French civilians lean over their garden wall to greet an american solider of the allied Expeditionary force which made the initial landings in Northern France. June 6th 1944

Transport lighters for the Navy made at Alexandria. On the beach of Alexandria a special type of naval, lighters (a form of flat-bottomed barge) is now being constructed

Horsa Bridge - Pont de Ranville is a road bridge spanning the Orne River about 350m east of Benouville-Pegasus Bridge. The Operation Deadstick was part of the Operation Tonga

Prefabricated Ports. Picture shows: LST Spud pierhead assembly showing clearing ring casualties at the same time army vehicles are being discharged from landing craft. 23rd October 1944

Petra for Normandy. A fleet of small ships are enabling our troops in Normandy to keep on the move. Thousands of 4-gallons Jerry Cans of petrol being stored into a casting vessel. 29th June 1944

This R. A. F reconnaissance picture shows British Horsa gliders
This R.A.F reconnaissance picture shows British Horsa gliders and parachutes after allied airborne landings had been in fields north east of Caen.The fuselage is not broken as it would appear

Liberation of Europe British troop sin Normandy. A street scene in Douvers, as troops take a rest on their way to the front line. 16th June 1944

Paratroops sitting with their kits ready for emplaning, they have a Union Jack which will be one of the first to be planted on French soil. 7th June 1944

The first of many interrogating a night pilot and navigator returning from D-Day operational sortie. 8th June 1944

Liberation of Europe, Airborne troops who made the first landings. Paratroops putting on their war paint before emplaning. 7th June 1944

American paratroopers file along with full equipment to board their transport for the invasion. 8th June 1944

Made at an equipment depot somewhere in England a 25 pounder gun receiving coat of paint at gun park. 26th April 1944

Members of the American unit board LCAs (landing craft auxiliary) carrying full combat equipment before the assault on main land France. 6th June 1944

GI.s (with equipment) entering landing craft during WWII. 6th June 1944

OPERATION PLUTO were pipes played under the ocean during WWII. The scheme was developed by Arthur Hartley, chief engineer with the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company

H. M.s Warspite off Le Harve shelling German gun battened in support of the landings
H.M.S Warspite off Le Harve shelling German gun battened in support of the landings on Sword Beach. 6th June 1944

An aerial view of the storming of Beach Head in the great allied attack on the French coast. Tanks and other assault vehicles are seen swarming ashore from landing crafts to open powerful offensive

Inland from French beaches under shell, mortar and sniper fire. Special service troops halt ahead of shelling and scarred buildings. 10th June 1944

Prelude to invasion. U.s Army infantry units, after extensive invasion manoeuvres
Prelude to invasion. U.S Army infantry units, after extensive invasion manoeuvres somewhere in England start the long march back to their camps, some of which are 15 miles away. 17th March 1944

At 1: 30am on June 8th Allied Supreme H. Q Announced the capture of BAYEUX
At 1:30am on June 8th Allied Supreme H.Q Announced the capture of BAYEUX. Progress beyond the town continued in the face of stiff German resistance

Men of the 11th armoured Division at a communion service in a field prior to the attack on Verson and Eterville 10th July 1944

Lines of A. E. C armoured fighting vehicles with 6 pounder gun at an ordnance depot
Lines of A.E.C armoured fighting vehicles with 6 pounder gun at an ordnance depot. 26th April 1944

Omaha, commonly known as Omaha Beach, was the code name for one of the five sectors of the Allied invasion of German-occupied France in the Normandy landings on June 6, 1944

American motorised troops rushing to the battle of Cherbourg, pass waving crowds of already liberated France. 27th June 1944

Members of a combat engineer unit march abroad an LST at an English port. 6th June 1944

Prefabricated Ports. Two Prefabricated Ports, each as big as Gibraltar were manufactured in Britain in sections, towed across the channel and set down off the coast of Normandy

Troops wading ashore from landing craft on Queen Sector, Sword Beach. 6th June 1944

An infantry unit undergoes its briefing on receiving assignment for D-day. Captain Robert C. Crission is addressing the men. Circa May 1944

Scenes aboard a British ship as landing ships and craft of the great armada reached the beaches of Normandy. Picture shows: Captain Sir Harold Campbell, R.N

Liberation of Europe. Picture shows: These four officers set their watches before taking off. (left to right) Lieutenant Bobby de Iatour (London) Lt.Don Wells (London)

Allied Invasion of Normandy during the Second World War. A chaplain taking Sunday service aboard the HMS Scylla shortly after D-Day while she was in anchor, still off the Normandy coast

More British assault troops land on the beaches of Normandy. British troops continue to land on the Beach-heads in France

Invasion craft. Picture taken during a recent exercise of craft and men taking part in the great assault. Picture shows vehicles disembarking from a Rhino Ferry

Germans, former "Herrenvolk", come over the crest of a hill with their hands
Germans, former " Herrenvolk", come over the crest of a hill with their hands over their heads in surrender and are rounded up by American soldiers

A general view of a beach in France, three weeks after D-Day showing the constant flow of supplies being unloaded from the many cargo ships lying off shore. June 1944

On April 27th HM the King saw some of the troops who will take part in the liberation of Europe. During his tour he watched men putting the finishing touches to their training

Normandy, in front of the Navys guns. It is upon the men of " Forward Observation Bombardment" among whom are many naval Telegraphists volunteers from HM Ships

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"D-Day: The Turning Point in World War II" On June 6, 1944, the fate of Europe hung in the balance as British and Canadian troops stormed Juno Beach. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of Operation Overlord, a daring plan to liberate France from Nazi occupation. Meanwhile, on Omaha Beach, American forces faced fierce resistance but managed to secure a foothold on French soil. As the invasion unfolded, supplies poured ashore to support the advancing troops. Amongst them was a Piper L-4 Cub aircraft adorned with D-Day colors – a symbol of courage and determination. Nearby, at Omaha Beach's American Cemetery, rows upon rows of white crosses stood as solemn reminders of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. Glider reinforcement teams played an essential role in bolstering ground forces during D-Day. Their arrival brought much-needed reinforcements and equipment to aid in overcoming German defenses. In the skies above Omaha beach, bomber planes provided crucial air support to infantry units battling their way inland. The U. S Air Force Republic P-47 Thunderbolts soared over Omaha beach with unwavering resolve. These brave pilots braved enemy fire while providing cover for soldiers below - a testament to their unwavering commitment. Across the English Channel at Queen Beach - Sword Area, British troops landed amidst heavy opposition but pressed forward undeterred by danger or adversity. Simultaneously, American forces launched an assault that would forever change history's course. From a bird's-eye view came an awe-inspiring sight; landing craft filled with allied troops making their way towards Normandy's shores under protective barrage balloons hovering above them like guardians of liberty. In this monumental operation even locomotives had their part to play; USA S160 2-8-0 locomotive No. 1606 coupled itself onto an ambulance train ready to transport wounded soldiers away from harm's reach.