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Omaha Beach monument "Les Braves" by Anilore Banon
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On the centre of Omaha Beach is the “Les Braves” monument, dedicate to the Americans who liberated France.
It was placed on the beach, near the original monument placed here many years ago.
It was commissioned by the French government to celebrate the 60th anniversary in 2004.
The sculptor was executed by Anilore Banon and consists of three elements.
It was placed on the beach, near the original monument placed here many years ago.
It was commissioned by the French government to celebrate the 60th anniversary in 2004.
The sculptor was executed by Anilore Banon and consists of three elements.
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King Tiger
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The Wings of Hope
So that the spirit which carried these men on 6th June 1944, continues to inspire us, reminding us that together it is always possible to change the future.
Rise of Freedom
So that the example of those who rose up against barbarity, helps us remain standing strong against all forms on inhumanity.
The Wings of Fraternity
So that the surge of brotherhood always reminds of our responsibility towards others as well as ourselves.
On 6th June 1944, these men were more than soldiers, they were our brothers.
~ Anilore Banon
So that the spirit which carried these men on 6th June 1944, continues to inspire us, reminding us that together it is always possible to change the future.
Rise of Freedom
So that the example of those who rose up against barbarity, helps us remain standing strong against all forms on inhumanity.
The Wings of Fraternity
So that the surge of brotherhood always reminds of our responsibility towards others as well as ourselves.
On 6th June 1944, these men were more than soldiers, they were our brothers.
~ Anilore Banon
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King Tiger
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Memorial at Omaha Beach
Allies Flags at Omaha Beach
Allies Flags at Omaha Beach
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The Omaha Beach today
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GIs view towards the shore
I took a slow run on the beach, from the starting point of the waves, to the ending point at the shore.
The run was a straight run towards the shore, no zig-zag formation, no fire movement and of course, without SBO, Helmet, or Rifle;
overall, it took me 1min 20 sec to reach the shore.
One can imagine the distance covered and the things that happened on 06 June 1944.
Germans view towards the beach
I took a slow run on the beach, from the starting point of the waves, to the ending point at the shore.
The run was a straight run towards the shore, no zig-zag formation, no fire movement and of course, without SBO, Helmet, or Rifle;
overall, it took me 1min 20 sec to reach the shore.
One can imagine the distance covered and the things that happened on 06 June 1944.
Germans view towards the beach
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King Tiger
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10. Gold Beach
Gold Beach is 16km long and consisted of cliffs overhanging the sea.
Gold Beach was assigned to the 50th British Infantry Division with the objectives to establish a beachhead for the deployment of the artificial Mulberry harbour, and moving inland to Caen.
To the west, to capture Port-en-Bessin and link-up with American forces landing on Omaha Beach.
Prior to the landings, German defensive positions were attacked by air and naval bombardment.
Many of the German strong points had been neutralised by the naval bombardment, however,
the first wave that land still came in under heavy fire from the German defenders and suffered casualties.
The British made a decision not to launch the amphibious DD tanks from their landing craft tank (LCTs) but to run them directly onto the beach.
This proved effective as once ashore, the tanks provided close support to the infantry and many German resistance was quickly overcome.
Despite fierce opposition initially, British forces broke through the German defences with few casualties.
They cleared minefields, laid fascines (to bridge ditches) and trackway across soft sand to assist in exiting the beaches.
By midnight on June 6, the 50th Division had landed 25,000 men with approximately 400 casualties.
They had penetrated 10 km inland and met up with the Canadians coming from Juno Beach.
Gold Beach is 16km long and consisted of cliffs overhanging the sea.
Gold Beach was assigned to the 50th British Infantry Division with the objectives to establish a beachhead for the deployment of the artificial Mulberry harbour, and moving inland to Caen.
To the west, to capture Port-en-Bessin and link-up with American forces landing on Omaha Beach.
Prior to the landings, German defensive positions were attacked by air and naval bombardment.
Many of the German strong points had been neutralised by the naval bombardment, however,
the first wave that land still came in under heavy fire from the German defenders and suffered casualties.
The British made a decision not to launch the amphibious DD tanks from their landing craft tank (LCTs) but to run them directly onto the beach.
This proved effective as once ashore, the tanks provided close support to the infantry and many German resistance was quickly overcome.
Despite fierce opposition initially, British forces broke through the German defences with few casualties.
They cleared minefields, laid fascines (to bridge ditches) and trackway across soft sand to assist in exiting the beaches.
By midnight on June 6, the 50th Division had landed 25,000 men with approximately 400 casualties.
They had penetrated 10 km inland and met up with the Canadians coming from Juno Beach.
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Kelvin Low
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All pictures are very well done up. Like the Before / After concept! :thumbsup:
nissanmanic
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Hi King Tiger. Whilst you were in europe, did you drop by the Bovington Tank Museum by any chance? Would really love to see the tank collection they have someday when i have the chance to travel to europe!
King Tiger
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Nice Omaha updates!
Thanks sbs99, Kelvin and Beserk.
Many more to come, especially on Juno beach and the heavily fighting in inland normandy,
stay tune.
King Tiger
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Hi nissanmanic
Great to find tanks lovers here.
Yes, I did went to Bovington Tank Museum in 2008.
Check it out at the link here. --> Bovington Tank Museum : Home of the Tanks
Basically, it is almost an Encyclopedia of all tanks, where you can find and see tanks ranging from World War 1 till present day;
tanks From Allies to Axis, from Nato to Warsaw pact and etc.
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Jun 1944 - Gold Beach
May 2010 - Gold Beach
May 2010 - Gold Beach
King Tiger
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Jun 1944 - Gold Beach
May 2010 - Gold Beach
May 2010 - Gold Beach
nissanmanic
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Hi nissanmanic
Great to find tanks lovers here.
Yes, I did went to Bovington Tank Museum in 2008.
Check it out at the link here. --> Bovington Tank Museum : Home of the Tanks
Basically, it is almost an Encyclopedia of all tanks, where you can find and see tanks ranging from World War 1 till present day;
tanks From Allies to Axis, from Nato to Warsaw pact and etc.
yup! being a ns tank commander. but i'm not really knowledgeable about WWII/post war tanks, thanks for the link! such an eye opener!
King Tiger
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You are welcome, nissanmanic. Hope u enjoy. :cheers:
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Jun 1944 - Gold Beach
May 2010 - Gold Beach (From German view)
May 2010 - Gold Beach (From German view)
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Memorial at Gold Beach
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