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Private of the 2nd Battalion of The East Yorkshire Regiment
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Private of the 2nd Battalion of The East Yorkshire Regiment
Private of the 2nd Battalion of The East Yorkshire Regiment (3rd Infantry Division) - Normandy 1944. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith
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1944 22nd Battalion D Day Division Greensmith Infantry Invasion Landings Malcolm Normandy Operation Overlord Private Regiment Trooper Ww 2 Ww Ii
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This evocative painting captures the essence of a Private of the 2nd Battalion of The East Yorkshire Regiment during the Normandy landings in 1944. Part of the 3rd Infantry Division and the 22nd Light Infantry Brigade, this soldier was among the brave men who took part in Operation Overlord, the code name for the D-Day invasion of Normandy, France. The Private is depicted wearing the distinctive uniform of the East Yorkshire Regiment, complete with the iconic World War II steel helmet. The weathered appearance of his uniform and the determined look in his eyes reflect the harsh realities of combat. He carries a machine gun, ready to provide covering fire for his comrades as they advance towards the enemy lines. The painting is the work of renowned military artist Malcolm Greensmith, who has expertly captured the spirit of the soldier and the historical significance of the event. The backdrop of the painting shows the chaos and destruction of the battlefield, with explosions in the distance and smoke rising from the ground. The 2nd Battalion of The East Yorkshire Regiment played a crucial role in the invasion, taking part in the assault on Sword Beach on June 6, 1944. The battalion suffered heavy casualties during the initial assault, but managed to establish a foothold on the beachhead and push inland. The Private in this painting represents the bravery and sacrifice of the thousands of soldiers who took part in the Normandy landings and helped turn the tide of the war in Europe. This painting is a powerful reminder of the historical significance of the Normandy landings and the sacrifices made by the soldiers of the 2nd Battalion of The East Yorkshire Regiment during World War II.
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