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British First Airborne troops using a 75mm gun, Arnhem; Seco
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British First Airborne troops using a 75mm gun, Arnhem; Seco
Photograph showing a soldier of the British First Airborne Division firing a 75mm gun at an enemy position near Arnhem, September 1944. On 17th September 1944 Operation Market Garden was put into action; a bold plan devised by Field-Marshal Montgomery to drop thousands of airborne troops into Holland to capture an invasion route into Germany. The British First Airborne, American 81st and 101st Divisions took part in the plan, which was ultimately unsuccessful
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101st 1944 75mm 81st Action Airborne Arnhem Bold Capture Devised Division Divisions Drop Enemy Firing Holland Invasion Marshal Montgomery Operation Plan Position Route Seco Thousands Ultimately Unsuccessful
EDITORS COMMENTS
"This evocative photograph captures the intensity and determination of the British First Airborne troops during the failed Operation Market Garden mission in September 1944. On the 17th of that month, thousands of paratroopers from the British First Airborne Division, along with the American 81st and 101st Divisions, were dropped behind enemy lines in Holland as part of a bold plan to secure an invasion route into Germany. In this image, a British soldier is seen firing a 75mm gun at an enemy position near Arnhem. The historical significance of this operation, which ultimately proved unsuccessful, is evident in the rugged faces and focused expressions of the soldiers. Devised by Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery, the plan was a daring attempt to shorten the war and bypass the heavily fortified German defenses. The soldiers in this photograph, along with their comrades, fought valiantly against the odds, demonstrating the courage and resilience of the Allied forces during World War II." This photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who served during this pivotal moment in history. The image, which is part of the ILL (Image Licensing Limited) collection at Mary Evans Picture Library, is a powerful testament to the bravery and determination of the Allied forces during the Second World War. The use of the 75mm gun by the British soldier in the photograph underscores the importance of firepower in the face of enemy resistance. Overall, this photograph is an essential addition to any collection of historical images, providing a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who fought in the Second World War.
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