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Normandy Collection (page 6)

Background imageNormandy Collection: Memorial to Major Charles Strafford MBE, Ranville

Memorial to Major Charles Strafford MBE, Ranville
After the war a number of veterans returned to Normandy to live and one of the most notable was Charles Strafford. He became very involved in the Commemorations associated with D-Day

Background imageNormandy Collection: Canadian Inuksuk Monument Utah Beach Museum

Canadian Inuksuk Monument Utah Beach Museum
It is estimated that about 3, 000 Native Canadians (Inuit, Metis and others) fought in WW2 of whom some 200 died. The Memorial, built by Inuk Elder Peter Irniq was unveiled on 30 October 2005

Background imageNormandy Collection: Street view Mont St. Michel, Normandy, France

Street view Mont St. Michel, Normandy, France
Vintage late 19th century photograph - street view Mont St. Michel, Normandy, France

Background imageNormandy Collection: House in Courseulles where King George VI stayed

House in Courseulles where King George VI stayed
There is a small hard to read Memorial Plaque above the central door. The King stayed here on 16 June 1944 much against the wishes of most senior military figures who were concerned for his safety

Background imageNormandy Collection: Canadian Cemetery Beny sur Mer Normandy

Canadian Cemetery Beny sur Mer Normandy
The cemetery sits on the highest point for some miles & has two watch towers from which excellent views can be gained towards Juno Beach where the Canadians came ashore

Background imageNormandy Collection: Iron Mike US Paratrooper Memorial Normandy

Iron Mike US Paratrooper Memorial Normandy
The bronze statue is a replica of one in the US Army Infantry School at Fort Benning. This one was unveiled by Major General Kellog Commander 82nd Airborne on 7 June 1997

Background imageNormandy Collection: 6th British Airborne Division Memorial Window

6th British Airborne Division Memorial Window
6th British Airborne Division Memorial Stained Glass Window Ranville Church Normandy

Background imageNormandy Collection: Normandy: Churchill tank waits in ambush

Normandy: Churchill tank waits in ambush
Photograph: Normandy: Churchill tank waits in ambush. A Churchill tank awaits possible enemy counter-attack in a ruined Normandy village, scene of much bitter fighting recently

Background imageNormandy Collection: Mulberry Harbour off Arromanches, Normandy, France, WW2

Mulberry Harbour off Arromanches, Normandy, France, WW2
Mulberry Harbour off Arromanches, Normandy, France, a temporary portable harbour used during the Allied D-Day Invasion in June 1944. 1944

Background imageNormandy Collection: On board HMS Queen Emma en route for Normandy, WW2

On board HMS Queen Emma en route for Normandy, WW2
On board HMS Queen Emma en route for Normandy, France, D-Day, June 1944. 1944

Background imageNormandy Collection: View of Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy, France, WW2

View of Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy, France, WW2
View of Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy, France, during WW2. circa 1940s

Background imageNormandy Collection: D-Day invasion ration pack

D-Day invasion ration pack
The contents of the 24-hour ration pack which was to be carried by every combatant in the anticipated Allied invasion of the continent. These were to be carried in a small waterproof box

Background imageNormandy Collection: Horsa glider to Normandy by G. H. Davis

Horsa glider to Normandy by G. H. Davis
Britains Horsa glider -- the mount which carried the airborne spearhead of invasion to Normandy on D-Day, Second World War

Background imageNormandy Collection: The chimes of Normandy

The chimes of Normandy. Date c1879

Background imageNormandy Collection: Bayeux Tapestry (6 of 8)

Bayeux Tapestry (6 of 8)
A black and white depiction of the Bayeux Tapestry. In this section, William is informed that Harolds army is on the way south. William and his men leave Hastings, to meet the English force

Background imageNormandy Collection: Neath Abbey

Neath Abbey
The ruins of Neath Abbey, Glamorganshire, Wales. The first Cistercian monks arrived from Normandy in 1130. The abbey was ravished by Welsh uprisings in the 1200s. Date: 12th century

Background imageNormandy Collection: Normandy traditional costume as fancy dress

Normandy traditional costume as fancy dress
A fancy dress costume suggesting a late Victorian party goer dress as a Normandy peasant. Her costume comprises of a dress with a brightly coloured petticoat

Background imageNormandy Collection: Poster advertising St Valery en Caux

Poster advertising St Valery en Caux, a small fishing port and town in Normandy, northern France, offering tennis, yachting, and gambling at the casino

Background imageNormandy Collection: An Ancient Roman Playground in a Modern French Resort

An Ancient Roman Playground in a Modern French Resort
This image depicts the New Bath at Deauville in Normandy by F. Matania. The baths were based on the classic style of ancient Rome providing luxury to wealthy travellers

Background imageNormandy Collection: German Prisoners, Normandy; Second World War, 1944

German Prisoners, Normandy; Second World War, 1944
Photograph showing a group of German prisoners guarded by a Canadian soldier, in Normandy, June 1944. In the background casualties are visible, being brought to an emergency dressing station

Background imageNormandy Collection: Norman Conquest 1 of 16

Norman Conquest 1 of 16
Harold sets sail to confirm to William, duke of Normandy that he will succeed Edward the Confessor on the English throne

Background imageNormandy Collection: Tree in landscape Normandy, France

Tree in landscape Normandy, France. Date: 1980s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Horse in an orchard Normandy, France

Horse in an orchard Normandy, France. Date: 1980s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Horse and foal, Normandy countryside, France

Horse and foal, Normandy countryside, France. Date: 1980s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Cyclist - Normandy, France

Cyclist - Normandy, France. Date: 1980s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Birthplace of William the Conqueror, Normandy, France

Birthplace of William the Conqueror, Normandy, France
Birthplace of King William the Conqueror at Falaise, Normandy, France. 1834

Background imageNormandy Collection: Le Mans Cathederal Choir

Le Mans Cathederal Choir - black & white view of interior with decorated Columns Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Le Mans, Statue of General Chanzy

Le Mans, Statue of General Chanzy. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Le Mans Cathedral

Le Mans Cathedral - black & white view of Cathedral Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Chartres - Old Baths

Chartres - Old Baths - black & white view of Buildings alongside river / canal Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Coutances Cathedral

Coutances Cathedral - black & white view of Cathedral front, shops near by Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Coutances from station

Coutances from station - black & white view of town from Station Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Courances from Station

Courances from Station - coloured view of town buildings Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Bayeux Cathederal, interior

Bayeux Cathederal, interior - black & white view of Church Interior Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Bayeux Cathedral

Bayeux Cathedral - coloured view of Gothic style church building Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Falaise, William the Conqueror statue

Falaise, William the Conqueror statue - black & white view of Equestrian statue on massive plinth Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Church of St Gervais Falaise

Church of St Gervais Falaise - black & white views of Square with church behind Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Caen Abbaye D Ardennes tithe barn

Caen Abbaye D Ardennes tithe barn - black & white view of barn with horse and cart Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Caen, Abbaye D Ardennes

Caen, Abbaye D Ardennes - black & white view of Abbey Church Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Caen Rue Froide

Caen Rue Froide - black & white view along street with church tower at far end Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Rouen Natre Dame

Rouen Natre Dame - black & white view of Funeral procession in front of Church Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Rouen Fountaine ste Marie

Rouen Fountaine ste Marie - black & white view of waterfall with decorative statuary Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Rouens Ouen

Rouens Ouen - black & white view of Gothic style facade Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Rouen Cathedral

Rouen Cathedral - black & white view of Columns and Vaulting Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Rouen

Rouen - black & white view of city street, with many pedestrians Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Advertisement for Normandy, France

Advertisement for Normandy, France
French railways advertisement for Normandy, France. circa 1946

Background imageNormandy Collection: View from Look out tower

View from Look out tower - BLACK & WHITE elevated view over town and river Date: circa 1890s

Background imageNormandy Collection: Quimperle. St Michels church

Quimperle. St Michels church - black & white view of highly decorated Norman style stone doorway Date: circa 1890s



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