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Amphibious tanks moving through a town, June 1944
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Amphibious tanks moving through a town, June 1944
Colour transparency showing amphibious tanks moving through a town, June 1944. Associated with World War Two, North West Europe (1944-1945). Date: 1944
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1942 1944 1945 Amphibious Associated Commando Commandos Moving Tanks Transparency
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This vibrant transparency captures the moment of the Allied invasion of Normandy, France during World War Two, specifically in June 1944. Amphibious tanks, a crucial component of the D-Day landings, are seen moving through a town, likely in North West Europe, as they advance inland following their arrival by sea. The amphibious tanks, also known as Duplex Drive or DD tanks, were modified Sherman tanks equipped with a snorkel and special tracks that allowed them to travel in water. Their inclusion in the invasion was a game-changer, as they enabled the Allied forces to bypass heavily fortified German beach defenses and push further inland. In this image, we see the tanks making their way through the streets of a liberated town, with soldiers and commandos in the background, adding to the chaos and excitement of the historic event. The date of this photograph is estimated to be June 1944, and it is associated with the 2nd Canadian Infantry Division, specifically the 10th Commando Unit, although it is not clear which unit is depicted in the image.
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