Landing Craft Collection (page 2)

Norwegians being evacuated along with their luggage from the Svalbard Islands late one evening during the Spitzbergen Raid. 2nd September 1941

Elba occupied by Allies. (Picture) Allied landing craft approaching the island of Elba behind a smoke screen. Circa June 1944

Reinforcements for 5th army at Nettuno. Constant reinforcements for the Fifth Army are being landed day and night on the Nettuno beaches

Indian troops disembarking from their landing craft after commandos had secured the beach head. 8th February 1945

British troops landing near Elephant point in Rangoon. 18th May 1945

Allied craft travel up the Rangoon River through smoke caused by airstrikes. 17th May 1945

A landing craft being unloaded at the Rangoon beach head. 17th May 1945

British and Indian troops landing on the banks of the Rangoon River during Second World War. 9th May 1945

Major General C. E. N. Lomax plans an amphibious operation from his base on Ramree Island
Major General C.E.N. Lomax plans an amphibious operation from his base on Ramree Island. 15th April 1945

French vehicles and troops disembarking at an Italian port. 10th January 1944

Tanks and ammunition come ashore in Sicily. 20th July 1943

Fifth Army lands in Salerno Bay during Second World War. 23rd September 1943

Canadian Army embarking from landing vehicles. 3rd November 1944

US Troops and supplies enroute to Normandy, June WW2. A scene at an embarkation base in England as re enforcements of troops, tanks, guns, lorries and more

Combined operations exercises. A Landing Flotilla setting off during exercises in this country. 14th June 1943

Combined operations exercises. Close up of support craft used for making smoke screen for landing craft. Circa 1943

Combined Operations exercises. Picture shows, section of a landing craft flotilla setting off during exercises. Circa June 1943

Invasion rehearsals prior to landing. Pictured, mounted on a trailer, another landing craft comes off the production line. Circa 1943

Commandos of the 4th Special Service Brigade coming ashore from landing craft on Nan Red beach, Juno assault. 6th June 1944

British troops on the gangway going aboard an L. S. I. 7th June 1944
British troops on the gangway going aboard an L.S.I. 7th June 1944

Red Cross personnel wade ashore from landing craft on Queen sector, Sword beach on the evening of 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. 23rd October 1944

This picture shows American troops going aboard a landing craft during the successful invasion of France in June, 1944, but General Marshall presented a plan for such an invasion two years earlier

Allied troops in their landing craft during the successful invasion of France. Circa June 1944

This picture shows tanks landing on the beachhead in France. They landed with assault troops. 7th June 1944

British troops unloading their Artillery, Ammunition in Normandy. 14th June 1944

Unloading equipment on the beaches of Normandy on June 24th from various craft was in full swing. With the front established

Members of a medical unit file aboard an LST. 7th June 1944

Invasion Embarkation. Battled-dressed U.s soldiers file down embarkment of an
Invasion Embarkation. Battled-dressed U.S soldiers file down embarkment of an invasion embarkation port on the coast of England to board (Landing Craft Vehicle Personnel)

A heavy truck pulls a field kitchen up the bow ramp of an LST (Landing Ship Tank) during invasion embarkation at an english port. 6th June 1944

Scottish command exercise watched by the King. Picture shows: Men landing from landing craft under cover of smoke screen. 26th April 1942

American amphibious troops move into a Landing Craft with their ducks. Later the ramp of this craft swings shut. 7th June 1944

A view alongside an L. S. I showing landing craft swung on, davits
A view alongside an L.S.I showing landing craft swung on, davits. A crew of vessel on deck waiting for troops to embark. 7th June 1944

The British Army trains for the liberation of Europe. Picture shows: Troops wading ashore under emery opposition. 6th May1944

Landing craft and armoured cars seen at Dartmouth during the preparations for Operation Overlord the invasion of Europe. 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

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

GI.s (with equipment) entering landing craft during WWII. 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

Royal Navy on a landing craft exercise. 16th June 1943

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

Troops of the Canadian 9th Infantry Brigade part of 3rd Division carrying their bicycles ashore from landing craft LCL 299 in the Nan White Sector of Juno Beach shortly after mid-day on D-Day 6th

Canadian Troops landing on the beaches of Northern France durring the Allied D-Day landings. June 1944

Suez Crisis 1956 British equipment coming ashore in Port Said

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"Landing Craft: From Gallipoli to Okinawa, a Historic Journey" Step back in time and witness the pivotal moments of history as landing craft played a crucial role in shaping the world we know today. Anzac Cove stands as a testament to their significance, where brave soldiers stormed ashore during World War I. Fast forward to 1945, and we find iconic figures like Churchill, Brooke, and Montgomery crossing the Rhine on German-held territory using these remarkable vessels. During World War II, propaganda posters urged citizens with powerful messages like "This is the year. It's up to us to let 'em have it. " These captivating lithographs inspired hope and determination among those who saw them. Meanwhile, at Alexandria's Khedives Palace after bombardment in 1882, landing troops arrived via these crafts - an early glimpse into their potential. Innovation continued with advancements such as Landing Craft Air Cushion hovercrafts that glided effortlessly over water surfaces. Witnessing motor landing craft under construction in 1942 showcased the dedication behind building these formidable machines. The historic landing from River Clyde at Seddul Bahr during Gallipoli reminds us of both triumphs and sacrifices made by courageous souls. Today, The D-Day Story Museum in Portsmouth preserves memories of British assault craft reaching Toamasina shores or American troops storming Surcouf beaches during WWII. Okinawa witnessed American landing craft nose-inshore landings while Zululand experienced Royal Scots disembarking at Durban Natal back in 1888 – each event leaving an indelible mark on history. From battlefields to peaceful shores worldwide, they have left an enduring legacy that shaped our past and continues influencing our present.