Visiting Normandy is a must for any World War Two enthusiast. We were fortunate to visit during 2014's commemorations marking the 70th anniversary of D-Day.
On 7th-8th June 1944, the liberation of Bayeux took place. Allied troops headed up by 50th Northumbrian Division took the medieval town from Nazi control.
In June 2014, WartimeNI visited Normandy, France for the 70th anniversary of D-Day. Touring with Mémorial de Caen guides is a great way to see the sights.
Locals, tourists, veterans, people young and old took to the streets of Normandy in June 2014 to celebrate liberty in Caen on the 70th anniversary of D-Day.
In 2014, I watched the D-Day commemorations in Ouistreham from a quiet bar in Caen as world leaders joined veterans of the campaign to remember June 1944.
WartimeNI visited Normandy during the 70th anniversary of D-Day celebrations. We found four vessels of the Royal Navy in Caen, still sailing strong in 2014.
In June 2014, WartimeNI visited Normandy during the 70th anniversary of D-Day. A walking tour of Caen took us from Norman occupation to the Allied invasion.
More Jewish refugees arrive at Sydenham Airfield from Prague
The Douglas Dakota of Squadron Leader Baker touched down at Sydenham Airfield on 27th February 1946. Onboard were 25 more young Jewish refugees from Prague.
Denzil Jacobs and the Jewish Refugees land at Nutts Corner Airfield
On 25th February 1946, a Dakota piloted by Denzil Jacobs landed at Nutts Corner, Co. Antrim. Onboard were 25 Jewish refugees seeking a safe haven in Ulster.
