Liberation of the 1st Town Hall, Benouville, Normandy

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

Liberation of the 1st Town Hall, Benouville, Normandy

This plaque, on the wall of the Mairie just up the road from what became known as Pegasus Bridge, claims that Liberation came at 2345 hours on 5 June, yet the landings of the first parachutists (the Pathfinders) was not until 0020 hours on 6 June. The explanation is that French time was one hour behind UK time. However, there is healthy competition between villages and other locations to be The First and such claims need to be taken with a pinch of salt. Date: 2008

Media ID 23215636

© Holts Battlefield Collection /

Claims Hours Landings Liberation Mairie Parachutists Pegasus Plaque This

MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.