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World War II Invasion of France - Operation Overlord The Mulberry harbour at Gold
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World War II Invasion of France - Operation Overlord The Mulberry harbour at Gold
World War II Invasion of France - Operation Overlord
The Mulberry harbour at Gold Beach Arromanches. Over 8, 000 men worked for eight months to build these floating structures which, when finished together weighed nearly a million tonnes and in addition to the concrete used involved 110, 000 tonnes of steel.
October1944
1944
Dixie Dean
mirrorpix
France
WA*2374847
Media ID 21397870
© Mirrorpix
Landscape War Effort War And Conflict
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This print takes us back to the historic World War II invasion of France, known as Operation Overlord. The image showcases the remarkable Mulberry harbour at Gold Beach in Arromanches, a testament to human ingenuity and determination during times of conflict. The sheer magnitude of this engineering feat is awe-inspiring. More than 8,000 men dedicated eight months of their lives to construct these floating structures that weighed nearly a million tonnes when completed. To achieve this, an astounding 110,000 tonnes of steel were utilized alongside concrete materials. In October 1944, with the war effort in full swing, this photograph captures a moment frozen in time. It serves as a reminder not only of the immense challenges faced by those involved but also their unwavering commitment towards victory. The tranquil beach landscape juxtaposed against the remnants of war evokes mixed emotions – both admiration for human resilience and sadness for the sacrifices made. This snapshot from the 1940s encapsulates an era defined by bravery and sacrifice. Dixie Dean's expert lens immortalizes this significant chapter in history through his poignant photography. As we gaze upon this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to a time when nations united against tyranny and ordinary individuals became heroes on battlefields across Europe.
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