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US 354th Fighter Gp Memorial Cricqeville en Bessin
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US 354th Fighter Gp Memorial Cricqeville en Bessin
This is ALG (Air Landing Ground)A2. The 354th flew fromhere between 17 June 1944 and 15 March 1945. The Memorial was unveiled on 17 September 1990 in acknowledgement of the 354ths part in Operation Market Garden in Holland which started on 17/9/1944
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This evocative photograph captures the solemnity and reverence of the unveiling ceremony for the US 354th Fighter Group Memorial at Cricqeville en Bessin, Normandy, France. The memorial, located at what was once ALG A2, or Air Landing Ground, stands as a testament to the brave men who flew from this site between 17 June 1944 and 15 March 1945. During their time in Normandy, the 354th Fighter Group played a significant role in Operation Market Garden, a major military operation launched on 17 September 1944 to secure key bridges in the Netherlands and shorten the war in Europe. The group's P-47 Thunderbolt fighters provided crucial air support during the operation, which unfortunately did not achieve its intended objectives. The memorial was unveiled on 17 September 1990, exactly 46 years after the start of Operation Market Garden, in recognition of the 354th's vital contribution to the campaign. The event brought together veterans, local residents, and dignitaries to honor the memory of the brave pilots and crew members who gave their lives in defense of freedom during World War II. The image shows a dignitary, likely a military officer or local official, delivering a speech as a large crowd looks on. In the background, the memorial's sculpture of a P-47 Thunderbolt fighter stands proudly, symbolizing the courage and determination of the 354th Fighter Group during their time in Normandy. The memorial serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the Second World War and the enduring bond between the United States and its European allies.
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