D Day Collection (page 9)

Memorial to Major Charles Strafford MBE, Ranville
After the war a number of veterans returned to Normandy to live and one of the most notable was Charles Strafford. He became very involved in the Commemorations associated with D-Day

Canadian Inuksuk Monument Utah Beach Museum
It is estimated that about 3, 000 Native Canadians (Inuit, Metis and others) fought in WW2 of whom some 200 died. The Memorial, built by Inuk Elder Peter Irniq was unveiled on 30 October 2005

Major J. C. A. Roseveare Bridge Memorial, River Dives
Major Roseveare commanded 3rd Para Sqn RE which was charged with blowing up five bridges over the River Dives. In his jeep, in the early hours of D-Day

85th Field Company RE, Nottingham Bridge, Courseulles
The Memorial was put up in 1994 by Old comrades of 85th Fld Coy, RE. It has a handsome frame with badges in bas-relief. The 85th landed at Graye-sur-Mer in the early hours of D-Day 6 June 1944

Memorial to CSM Stan Hollis VC Green Howards
Stan Hollis was the only man to win the VC on D-Day. He landed here with D Company of the 6th Battalion. Thinking that the original hut was a German pill box he fired the entire drum of his Lewis gun

2nd Battalion South Wales Borderers Memorial, Asnelles
The Borderers were part of 231st Brigade of 50th Northumbrian Division who landed here on D-Day. The black Memorial carries inscriptions in English

Plaque to Royal Military Police, Bayeux Museum Grounds
Before D-Day the Police had to control the assembly areas for the troops waiting to cross the Channel and afterwards, in the confusion of the landings

House in Courseulles where King George VI stayed
There is a small hard to read Memorial Plaque above the central door. The King stayed here on 16 June 1944 much against the wishes of most senior military figures who were concerned for his safety

Rock from Normandy Beaches, D-Day 1944, June 6, 1944. Creator: Unknown
This stone was collected by an American soldier during the D-Day landings in northern France during World War II, and sent to African-American teacher and historian Hattye Thomas Yarbrough

World War Two - Second World War - The D-Day invasion of Normandy. France. An Illustration of route the invasion force took to the beaches of Normandy on the 6th June, 1944

Allied troops take shelter behind their vehicles as German shells pound the French beach 6th June 1944

World War II Invasion of France D-Day Part of the invasion fleet laying off the Normandy Beaches for Operation Overlord June 1944

Winston Churchill lands on the Mulberry harbour on Sword Beach for a tour of inspection of the Normandy Bridgehead 6 days after the D-Day Landings June 1944

Winston Churchill seen here in deep conversation with Admiral Ramsay on their way to the Mulberry harbour on Sword Beach for a tour of inspection of the Normandy Bridgehead 6 days after the D-Day

War: Invasion of France June 1944 Since D. Day people in East Ham
War: Invasion of France June 1944 Since D.Day people in East Ham, London have been working together to provide a worthwhile send off to troops passing through their district to embark for France

D Day Veteran Peter Taylor in a hole in the house where he was staying caused by a mortar

World War II Invasion of France D-Day - Operation Overlord Part of the invasion fleet laying off the Normandy Beaches June 1944 6th June 1944

World War II Invasion of France Army artillery officer working with a Royal Navy gunner officer plot the next barrage on enemy postions in Normandy

France, Normandy Region, Manche Department, D-Day Beaches Area, Les Gougins, town
France, Normandy, D-Day Beaches Area, Les Gougins, town view with cattle

Digitally restored World War II photo of American troops approaching Omaha Beach
Digitally restored vintage World War II photo of American troops wading ashore on Omaha Beach during the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944

Members of the 439th Troop Carrier Group await the signal to board a CF-4 glider to take part in the invasion of
WORLD WAR II: AIR FORCE. Members of the 439th Troop Carrier Group await the signal to board a CF-4 glider to take part in the invasion of Normandy. Photograph, 4 June 1944

D-Day - Metal Detectors in use after invasion
American GIs stroll through a captured village close to the Normandy coast following the invasion. Two metal detector operators check the road ahead of the troops for hidden/buried mines or booby

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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.