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Two pre-fabricated Ports, each as big a a Gibraltar were manufactured in Britain in
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Two pre-fabricated Ports, each as big a a Gibraltar were manufactured in Britain in
Two pre-fabricated Ports, each as big a a Gibraltar
were manufactured in Britain in segments, towed across the Channel and set down off the coast of Normandy. The use of the ports greatly simplified the problem of supplying the Allied Armies in France.
Picture shows: Inshore end of pier completed.
October 1944
Official
Reach PLC
Mirrorpix
Arromanches-les-Bains
Normandy
France
Media ID 21897059
© Mirrorpix
Allied Invasion Of Northern France Battle Of Normandy France Operation Overlord Prefabricated
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This print takes us back to the 1940s, during the Allied invasion of northern France in World War II. It showcases a remarkable feat of engineering and logistics - two pre-fabricated ports, each as colossal as Gibraltar itself, were meticulously manufactured in segments in Britain. These massive structures were then towed across the treacherous Channel waters and carefully set down off the coast of Normandy. The significance of these prefabricated ports cannot be overstated; they played a crucial role in simplifying the daunting task of supplying the Allied Armies fighting on French soil. The picture focuses on the completed inshore end of one pier, standing tall against an atmospheric backdrop. Its sturdy construction is a testament to human ingenuity amidst conflict. This image captures both the magnitude of war and our ability to overcome adversity through innovation. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, it serves as a reminder that Operation Overlord was not only won by soldiers on battlefields but also by engineers who built bridges between nations. Let us honor those who contributed to this monumental effort - from manufacturing workers crafting each segment with precision to brave sailors towing these gargantuan structures across perilous waters. This photograph encapsulates an unforgettable chapter in history when determination triumphed over obstacles, forever etching its mark on our collective memory.
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