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Scenes at the village of Hottot near the town of Tilly Sur Seulles in Northern France
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Scenes at the village of Hottot near the town of Tilly Sur Seulles in Northern France
Scenes at the village of Hottot near the town of Tilly Sur Seulles in Northern France shortly after the D-Day landings.
The village which is on the main Caen to St Lo road has seen some bitter fighting and was strongly held by the German army until they were eventually driven out by the Allied push in to France.
The village was full of mines and booby traps and snipers had to be rooted out. It was also under shell and mortar fire from the enemy and the are was mortared.
Picture shows: A patrol goes out in search od snipers that may have been left in the village.
19th July 1944
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Tilly Sur Seulles
Normandy
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Media ID 21889009
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1944 Allied Invasion Of France Armed Forces Battle Of Normandy British Army City French Campaign Liberation Operation Overlord Services Streets Troops Urban Warfare
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This print captures the aftermath of the D-Day landings in Hottot, a village near Tilly Sur Seulles in Northern France. The image transports us back to July 19th, 1944, when Allied forces were engaged in fierce battles with the German army during their push into France. The village of Hottot bore witness to intense fighting and was stubbornly held by the enemy until their eventual expulsion by the Allies. However, victory did not come without great sacrifice and danger. Mines and booby traps littered its streets, while snipers lurked within its buildings. In this particular scene, we see a brave patrol venturing out into the war-torn village on a mission to root out any remaining snipers. Their faces etched with determination and resolve, these soldiers epitomize courage amidst chaos. Shell explosions have left visible scars on nearby structures as evidence of relentless mortar fire from both sides. Yet despite these challenges, this photograph serves as a testament to the resilience and unwavering spirit displayed by those who fought for liberation during World War II. As we gaze upon this poignant snapshot frozen in time, it is impossible not to feel gratitude for those who risked everything for freedom's cause. This print from Memory Lane Prints offers an invaluable glimpse into history—an enduring reminder of bravery that should never be forgotten.
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