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German Bunker Asnelles Gold Beach Normandy
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German Bunker Asnelles Gold Beach Normandy
This defensive bunker posed considerable problems to the units of 231 Brigade who landed here - the Dorsets, the Hampshires and supporting armour of the Essex Yeomanry & Sherwood Foresters. Memorial plaques
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Armour Bunker Considerable Defensive Essex Landed Normandy Posed Problems Supporting This Units Dorsets
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This evocative photograph captures the remnants of a German defensive bunker on Gold Beach in Normandy, France, a site that posed considerable problems for the British forces who landed here on June 6, 1944. The 231st Brigade, consisting of the Dorsets, Hampshires, and supporting armour from the Essex Yeomanry and Sherwood Foresters, faced fierce resistance from the German defenders as they advanced inland from the shore. The rugged cliffs and fortified bunkers along the Normandy coastline were a formidable obstacle for the Allied forces, who had to contend with heavy gunfire and mines as they made their way inland. The bunker in this photograph, with its imposing concrete walls and gun emplacements, would have been a formidable stronghold for German troops. Memorial plaques can be seen affixed to the bunker, a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave soldiers who fought here during the D-Day landings. The photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of war and the tenacity of the soldiers who faced the unknown as they fought to secure a foothold in Europe and ultimately, victory in World War II. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the history and significance of this site, and the sacrifices made by the soldiers who fought here. It is a poignant and important reminder of the courage and determination displayed by the Allied forces during the D-Day landings and the broader conflict.
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