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CARENTAN - Linking Omaha Beach / Utah Beach, Part 1
SOLD OUT CARENTAN, Linking Omaha Beach - Utah Beach, Part I The first in a series of five books about the 101st Airborne Division in Normandy comprising over 3,000 pages and 4,000 photographs, this initial volume concentrates on events immediately preceding D-Day. Organized by Regiment of the 101st Airborne, after 30 years of investigative research most of the photos that appear in the volume have been identified, for the very first time. A combination of three prestigious collections, this book of airborne images is undoubtedly now the most impressive ensemble published anywhere in the world. American historian Mark Bando, along with the two founders of the D-Day Paratroopers Historical Center, Emmanuel Allain and Michel De Trez joined forces to merge their knowledge and collections. Bando began to collect photographic and oral histories long before it became fashionable. His expertise and knowledge, collected over the years, directly from the veterans while their memories were still fresh and intact. Never before has the epic liberation of Carentan and linking of the invasion beaches by the 101st Airborne been covered with such attention to detail. 235 x 295cm, Hardback - 232 pages - 350 + illustrations English version

Books, The Way We Were, Piper, McIlvoy, Vandervoort, 82nd Airborne
Set of 3 books from The Way We Were's collection, all written by Michel De Trez. - N° 2 Colonel Bob Piper, HQ Co., 505th PIR, 82nd Airborne Division (SOLD OUT) . - N° 3 Doc McIlvoy and his parachuting medics, Regimental Surgeon, 505th PIR, 82nd Airborne Division. - N° 4 Col. Ben Vandervoort, CO, 2nd Bat, 505th PIR, 82nd Airborne Division. Bilinguale books : French & English.

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Comic - The Odyssey of Stoy Hora, 506th PIR, 101st Airborne
Comic untitle The Odyssey of the Stoy Hora, hard cover, 50 pages. June 5, 1944: 11.50 pm. The C47 aircraft Stoy Hora leaves England, destination Normandy. On board, none of the 22 young Americn soldiers, paratroopers and airmen, thinks they are a hero. And yet! These men who, until they joined the military, were living ordinary lives, will - by showing selflessness and courage - accomplish extraordinary acts. Here is their story.

CARENTAN - Linking Omaha Beach / Utah Beach, Part 2
CARENTAN - Linking Omaha Beach / Utah Beach, Part 2 - Jumping Behind Enemy Lines 235 x 295cm, Hardback - English version, 368 pages


UTAH BEACH - Fighting Our Way Ashore - With the 2nd Naval Beach Battalion
Fighting Our Way Ashore: The 2nd Naval Beach Battalion in WWII , by Michel De Trez and Tyler Elliott. Fighting Our Way Ashore is an exhaustive and meticulously researched account of the 2nd Naval Beach Battalion's crucial role in World War II. Spanning 752 pages, this comprehensive volume delves deep into the history, operations, and personal stories of the men who served in this specialized unit. The book begins with the formation of the 2nd Naval Beach Battalion, providing readers with a thorough understanding of its inception, training, and the strategic necessity for such a unit. Detailed narratives explain how the battalion was organized, the unique challenges it faced, and its vital role in amphibious assaults. D-Day and Beyond: Central to the book is the battalion's involvement in the D-Day landings at Normandy on June 6, 1944. Through first-hand accounts, official reports, and hundreds of rare never before published photographs, the author reconstructs the harrowing experiences of these brave men as they facilitated the landing of thousands of Allied troops. Fighting Our Way Ashore is rich with personal stories from veterans, bringing a human touch to the historical facts. These anecdotes offer insights into the daily lives, struggles, and camaraderie of the soldiers, providing a vivid picture of what it was like to be part of this elite unit. An exceptional book not to be missed, for all D-Day and US Navy enthusiasts. English version, 752 pages.
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Booklet, Pocket Guide to France
Nice reproduction of the booklet Pocket guide to France. This is a guide to the country, people and customs of France given to servicemen preparing to take part in the D-Day Invasion. There is a two-page spread of a French map in the center, and several useful phrases and words translated from English.

Cap, Wool, A-4 Type, OD
A-4 wool OD cap. Made for the Air Corps, it was mainly used by the US Airborne troops, and most especially by Pathfinders.

Pouch, Magazine, M1 Carbine
US M1 Carbine magazine pouch, of the type that can be either attached onto the M1 and M1A1 carbine stock or onto the belt. Genuine carbine magazines (not included) will fit perfectly. Intended for two magazines.

Map, US Army, Carentan / Isigny
This is a full scale reprint of historical Map Sheet of Isigny. This is the map of the 101st Airborne sector east of Carentan and also the 29th Infantry. Carentan, Brévands, Les Veys, 506th PIR and 327th GIR combat zone. Scale 1:25,000, edition of April 44.

Patch, Photographer Official
Official US Army Photographer and cameramen felt patch worn by photographer on combat jacket or dress uniform.

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Cover, Canteen, M-1910, US Army
Very nice reproduction of the US Army M1910 canvas canteen cover. Can be fixed on any US belt.

Carrying Bag, Thompson, 30 Rounds magazine
Replica of the bag intended to carry 5 to 6 thirty rounds Thompson SMG magazines.

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